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Frequently Asked Questions
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Cost
Costs vary by clinic and protocol. At Kalyani IVF a standard IVF cycle is transparently priced — please see our Pricing page or speak with our team for a personalised estimate including medications.
Yes, we partner with select financing options. Please discuss with our counsellor during your consultation; insurance coverage for IVF varies by policy and we will help you understand your options.
General
IVF (in-vitro fertilisation) is an assisted reproductive technique where eggs are retrieved from the ovaries and fertilised with sperm in the laboratory. The resulting embryos are cultured for 3-5 days and then transferred back into the uterus.
IVF may be recommended if you have blocked fallopian tubes, severe male-factor infertility, endometriosis, unexplained infertility after 1 year of trying, or have not conceived after other treatments such as IUI.
Lifestyle
A balanced diet, regular moderate exercise, stopping smoking, limiting alcohol, getting 7-8 hours of sleep, and managing stress all support better outcomes. Folic acid supplementation is recommended for women.
Process
A typical cycle takes about 4-6 weeks: 2 weeks of ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, 3-5 days of embryo culture, then embryo transfer. A pregnancy test follows 10-14 days after transfer.
Usually 1-2 embryos based on your age, embryo quality, and prior history. Single-embryo transfer is preferred to reduce the risk of multiple pregnancies, especially in younger patients.
Success
Success rates depend on age, diagnosis and embryo quality. We share clinic-specific live-birth rates by age band during your consultation so you can make an informed decision.