Frequently Asked Questions

Both In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) involve fertilizing the egg with sperm outside the body. The difference lies in the fertilization process. IVF involves combining the egg and sperm in a laboratory dish and allowing fertilization to occur naturally. ICSI involves selecting a single healthy sperm and injecting it directly into the egg to increase the chance of fertilization.

• The uterus can be prepared to be ready for embryo transfer.
• Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) can be performed to screen for genetic abnormalities.
• It helps reduce the risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome.

As a result, frozen embryo transfer may offer a higher chance of successful pregnancy.

Frozen embryo transfer is a procedure in which an embryo is transferred into the uterus in a separate cycle from ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval. It is usually performed in the following month after the uterus has been properly prepared. The embryo is frozen and stored beforehand, then thawed before being transferred into the uterine cavity.

Identical twins develop from a single egg fertilized by one sperm. The fertilized egg then divides into two embryos during cell division and eventually develops into two babies. They share identical genetic material and are usually the same sex with very similar physical features. Fraternal twins occur when two eggs are released during the same menstrual cycle and each egg is fertilized by a different sperm. The two embryos develop at the same time in the uterus, which means fraternal twins can have different appearances and may be of different sexes.

Today, advancements in medical technology have made twin pregnancies more possible. With modern fertility treatments, mothers have a greater chance of conceiving twins. During infertility treatment, doctors may sometimes transfer more than one embryo to increase the chances of success. As a result, this can also increase the likelihood of a twin pregnancy.

If you are under 35 years old : If you have been trying to conceive naturally for at least 1 year without success, you should consult a fertility specialist to identify the possible causes of infertility.
If you are between 35 and 40 years old : It is recommended to consult a fertility specialist if you have been trying to conceive for 6 months without success.
If you are over 40 years old : You may consult a fertility specialist immediately for evaluation, guidance, and treatment without needing to wait after trying naturally. This is because age may increase the risk of genetic abnormalities. Consulting a specialist to identify the cause and receive appropriate treatment can improve the chances of achieving pregnancy sooner.