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FROZEN EMBRYO TRANSFER (FET)

FET:- Frozen embryo transfer (FET) is a technique used by aligning with the process of IVF. It allows cryopreserved/frozen embryos created in a prior stimulated IVF cycle to be thawed and transferred into a woman's uterus. As per studies, the transfers that are performed in later unstimulated cycles have better results as compared to transfers right after egg collection. At Popular IVF facility, we use advanced freezing technology that enable an improvement in the survival rate for frozen embryos after vitrification and thawing.

Why opt for Frozen Embryo Transfer?
  • If there is occurrence of menstrual irregularities or ovulation disorders
  • If the transfer needs to be cancelled after egg collection due to the hormone therapy
  • If you are using genetic screening
  • If you wish to use frozen embryos from previous IVF treatments

The Frozen Embryo Transfer Process

Frozen embryos can be thawed and transferred into the uterus in a natural (unstimulated) cycle or in a cycle primed with fertility medications depending on your medical history and age. In a stimulated Frozen Embryo Transfer cycle, you will be given fertility medication to increase the thickness of the endometrial lining (lining of the uterus). During your hormone therapy, routine ultrasound scans are used to monitor the development of the endometrial lining. The transfer process is performed after it has achieved the necessary standard of thickness. It is and indicator of the best uterine environment for implantation of the embryo.

The embryos are thawed on the morning of the procedure and transferred carefully into the uterus using a thin catheter under ultrasound guidance.

After 12-14 days from the time of transferring procedure, you will be asked to take a pregnancy test.

Based on the results, our team will help you plan the next steps in your fertility journey.