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What is IVF?
In vitro fertilisation (IVF) treatment is one of several techniques available to help couples and individuals struggling to have a baby conceive. During IVF treatment, eggs are collected from the ovaries using ultrasound guidance. The sperm from the partner or a donor are specially prepared and mixed with the eggs in the laboratory to allow fertilisation to occur. After five days in the incubator (to provide a controlled environment), one or two of the resulting embryos are transferred to the woman’s uterus through the cervix, where hopefully they will then develop as they would in a normal pregnancy.
How does IVF treatment work?
In IVF, the eggs are fertilised in the IVF laboratory with previously prepared sperm material. The eggs and sperm are brought together in a special nutrient solution. The sperm penetrate the eggs on their own and fertilise them. The prerequisite is that the quality of the sperm is very good, thus guaranteeing independent fertilisation of the eggs.
Is IVF right for me?
IVF treatment may be recommended for women who have been trying to conceive naturally, through regular unprotected sex, for more than a year. In some circumstances, such as other gynaecological conditions or if the female partner is over 35 years old, IVF may be recommended sooner. IVF treatment may also be recommended for:
Women with blocked or damaged fallopian tubes
People with unexplained fertility problems or those who have tried other treatments that were unsuccessful, such as ovulation induction or intrauterine insemination (IUI)
Men with low sperm counts or men with sperm irregularity
Older women who are less likely to conceive naturally
Women who have difficulty with ovulation
Women with other fertility problems such as endometriosis, where tissue that normally lines the inside of the uterus grows outside the uterus
People receiving eggs on the egg donation programme
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The IVF Journey
For a detailed overview of this treatment, follow a typical IVF Journey here.
IVF success rates in the UK
At TFP, we are proud of our success rates. You can see the success rates of all our clinics seperately on their individual pages, but to give you an overview we have listed the national Live Birth Rate (LBR) as given by the the HFEA, as well as our most recent success rates for comparison.
National Average* | TFP Clinics* | |
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Under 35 | 29% | 34% |
35-37 | 24% | 27% |
38-39 | 17% | 21% |
40-42 | 11% | 14% |
43-44 | 4% | 5% |
*Latest data available |
How long does one cycle of IVF take?
The time that IVF treatments take varies from person to person. For most women, one cycle of IVF will take anywhere from four to six weeks. If you have any questions about the length of time IVF treatment will take for you, book a consultation with our specialists today and we will gladly answer any questions you may have.
We offer this service in:
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TFP Nurture Fertility
NG10 5QG Nottingham
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TFP Simply Fertility
CM2 8HN Chelmsford
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TFP Thames Valley Fertility
SL6 4BY Maidenhead
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TFP Boston Place Fertility
NW1 6ER London
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TFP Wessex Fertility
SO15 5QS Southampton
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TFP Oxford Fertility
OX4 2HW Oxford
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TFP Belfast Fertility
BT3 9JQ Belfast
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TFP GCRM Fertility
G51 4FD Glasgow
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