IVF  3500 USD

IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) in India starts from approximately $3,500, while the final cost may vary depending on the individual diagnosis, treatment plan, and medical facilities selected.
In a natural pregnancy, fertilization occurs inside a woman’s body when the egg and sperm meet in the fallopian tube. In vitro fertilization (IVF) is an assisted reproductive technique in which fertilization takes place outside the body, in a controlled laboratory environment. IVF is a part of assisted reproductive technology (ART) and is widely used to help couples overcome infertility challenges.
Conditions That May Require IVF Support
IVF may be recommended in the following situations:
Blockage or damage to the fallopian tubes
Endometriosis
Advanced maternal age
Low sperm count or poor sperm quality
Lack of success with fertility medications or other treatments
Types of IVF Treatments
Several IVF approaches are available, depending on the patient’s condition and fertility goals:
Natural Cycle IVF:
No fertility drugs are used. The naturally released egg during a woman’s cycle is collected and fertilized in the lab.
Mild Stimulation IVF:
Low-dose fertility medications are given to stimulate the ovaries before egg retrieval and fertilization.
In Vitro Maturation (IVM):
Immature eggs are collected and matured in the laboratory before fertilization.
Embryo Transfer:
Fertilized embryos are placed into the uterus to achieve pregnancy.
Blastocyst Transfer:
Embryos are cultured in the lab until they reach the blastocyst stage (usually day 5 or 6) before transfer.
IVF with Laser-Assisted Hatching
Laser-assisted hatching is an advanced IVF technique in which a small opening or thinning is created in the embryo’s outer shell, known as the zona pellucida, before embryo transfer. For pregnancy to occur, the embryo must break free from this shell and implant in the uterus.
In some cases, the zona pellucida may be unusually thick, making natural hatching difficult. Laser-assisted hatching improves implantation chances by helping the embryo emerge more easily, which can enhance pregnancy rates compared to standard IVF.
Because this method involves additional technology, its cost is higher than that of basic IVF.
Laser-assisted hatching may be advised when:
Embryos show low energy or poor developmental potential
The woman is over 37 years of age
There have been repeated IVF failures
Embryos show slow growth or excessive fragmentation
This procedure is performed using a precise infrared laser that does not harm the embryo. It offers advantages such as minimal embryo handling, quick execution, and accurate control of the opening size. The technique is carried out just before embryo transfer, typically on day 3, 5, or 6 after fertilization.
IVF with Egg Donation
IVF with egg donation follows the same steps as conventional IVF, except that the egg used for fertilization comes from a donor rather than the intended mother. In this process, a healthy donor undergoes ovarian stimulation, and her eggs are retrieved for fertilization with the partner’s or donor sperm.
The remaining steps—fertilization, embryo culture, and transfer—are identical to standard IVF. Egg donation is usually recommended for women with very low egg reserves, poor egg quality, or reduced chances of success using their own eggs.
IVF with ICSI
Intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) is a specialized IVF technique in which a single sperm is directly injected into an egg to achieve fertilization. The fertilized egg is then transferred into the woman’s uterus.
ICSI is particularly effective for treating male-factor infertility, especially when sperm have difficulty penetrating or fertilizing the egg naturally. During the procedure, eggs are stabilized under a microscope, and a fine glass needle is used to inject one sperm into each egg. Fertilized eggs are monitored, and selected embryos are transferred, while excess embryos may be frozen for future use.
Unlike standard IVF, where eggs and sperm are mixed together, ICSI ensures fertilization by directly placing the sperm inside the egg. Success rates depend largely on sperm quality, but overall ICSI has higher fertilization success in suitable cases.
IVF with ICSI and Donor Sperm
ICSI can also be performed using donor sperm when the male partner’s sperm is unavailable or unsuitable. The procedure remains the same regardless of whether donor or partner sperm is used.
A donor semen sample is carefully processed, and healthy sperm are selected for injection into the eggs. Success rates are similar in both cases. The cost of ICSI is calculated separately from the base IVF cost.
IVF with ICSI and Optical Spindle View
Optical spindle view is an advanced imaging technique used during IVF with ICSI to visualize the egg’s internal structure and cell division process. This allows fertility specialists to inject sperm with greater precision.
The technique helps reduce the risk of genetic damage during sperm injection and improves overall procedural accuracy, supporting better fertilization outcomes.
IVF with ICSI and Testicular Biopsy
In some cases, a testicular biopsy may be recommended before proceeding with IVF and ICSI. This procedure involves removing a small tissue sample from one or both testicles to evaluate sperm production.
Based on the findings, the fertility specialist determines whether viable sperm can be used for ICSI. If sufficient sperm are not found, donor sperm may be considered to continue the IVF process.