Preimplantation genetic testing
In the field of assisted reproduction, Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT), formerly known as ‘preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD)’, has emerged as a crucial resource for increasing success rates and reducing the risk of transmitting hereditary genetic diseases.
The importance of Reproductive Medicine today
Nowadays, we all have family or friends who have undoubtedly had to resort to assisted reproduction to achieve a pregnancy. It is even quite likely that many of you who are reading this have gone through treatment yourselves or are thinking of visiting a specialist.
Single motherhood
In recent years we have seen society change in many ways. One of these changes has been the emergence of new family models, distinct from that of the traditional heterosexual couple.
Research applied to Reproductive Medicine
Achieving pregnancy is a synonym of hope, and even more so in the case of patients who were forced to resort to the help of assisted reproduction in order to conceive a baby.
Another option in same-sex couples
Couples made up of two women have the option of having children thanks to assisted reproduction tecnology (ART).
How does the ovarian reserve affect an IVF treatment?
The ovarian reserve is the number of eggs a woman has at a specific time. The measurement of the ovarian reserve informs us of the ovaries´ ability to recruit eggs that could be fertilized and could result in pre-embryos capable of implanting in the uterus.
3 fertility treatments for female couples
At HC Fertility we have been accompanying the LGBTI+ community for years, helping lesbians, bisexuals, transgender, intersex people, as well as the rest of sexual and gender diversities to achieve their dream of having a baby. The right to motherhood and fatherhood is one of the claims of LGTBI+ collective. So, on this important day, HC Fertility wants to inform you of all the available options we offer to fulfill the dream of having a child, as this is a very common question in patients who want to take the plunge. Couples of women have different options to become mothers
Duration of an IVF treatment
In total, a complete IVF process can take about 5 to 6 weeks. However, it is difficult to establish exactly how long this whole process will take since each person reacts differently when undergoing hormone therapy.
How long does IVF treatment take?
In total, preparation for the complete IVF process can last between 6 and 8 weeks. However, the start of stimulation until embryo transfer lasts between 14 and 18 days if the procedure is performed during the same cycle.