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IVF with donor (IVFD)Long protocol step-by-step

With us, lesbiancouples get the opportunity for IVF with donor sperm. Many heterosexual couples also use the treatment in cases where the man does not produce sperm.

In both cases, the first step is always the Fertility Check. First, the doctor reviews your medical history with you. Then, the doctor does a gynaecological examination of the uterus and ultrasound of the ovaries. In some cases, it is also necessary to examine the fallopian tube function. If necessary, the doctor takes samples of hormones and chromosomes.

The results are ready the same day. Those who want to proceed with treatment will review treatment plans and practical details with a nurse. The nurse will help you with the sperm donor process so that you are ready for the next phase.

Step 1: IVF with donor (IVFD) Start-up

Start-up is 1-4 weeks after the first review with a doctor and nurse. You contact us via the patient portal on the first day of menstruation to confirm the start of the various medications. She first starts with a nasal spray. The nasal spray resets the body's natural hormone production in advance of the hormone treatment in the next step.

Step 2: IVF with donor (IVFD)Start-up hormones

Approximately 20 days after starting nasal spray, hormonal stimulation begins. 10 days after starting with hormones, we schedule an ultrasound. Then we see how many eggs are maturing and which day is best for egg retrieval. You will tell you about further stimulation and when you need to take an ovulation syringe.

Step 3: IVF with donor (IVFD)Egg retrieval

Egg retrieval is between 24-34 days after starting hormone stimulation. We retrieve the eggs and store them in petri dishes. To ensure the best possible natural fertilisation, we also process sperm samples.

After fertilisation, our goal is one or more good embryos. To ensure the best possible result, we monitor the development of a digital incubator (Embryoscope, Eeva, Geri). Day 1, after fertilisation, we call you with an update on the development.

Step 4: IVF with donor (IVFD)Insertion

We return the embryo 2-5 days after egg retrieval. We select the embryo that shows the best development. Often we can choose between several good embryos. We can freeze these for later return if necessary.

Step 5: IVF with donor (IVFD) Results

The big day! 15 days after egg retrieval, you take a regular pregnancy test at home and let us know the result.

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Those who consider IVFD treatment should start with The Fertility Test

The Fertility Test gives lesbian and heterosexual couples the answers they need. The test is also for couples who have previously had attempts and examinations. The Fertility Test is entirely non-binding.

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