Everything You Need to Know Before Starting Your IVF Journey at Pacific Fertility Center Los Angeles
Fertility Services
At PFCLA, we offer a range of fertility services, including:
- Frozen Embryo Transfer
- Mini IVF
- And more specialized services tailored to your needs
A Life-Changing Procedure from a Leading Fertility Care Center
At PFCLA, we leverage cutting-edge technology to provide top-notch fertility care. Our team, renowned for its fertility innovations, has successfully conducted over 20,000 IVF procedures, resulting in the birth of more than 13,500 babies around the globe.
Compassionate Care with a Personal Touch
Your IVF treatment at PFCLA is all about you. With personalized care coordination, you’ll feel like part of our family. We pride ourselves on providing attentive and compassionate support throughout your journey.
Empowering Options for Your Family Planning
IVF gives you flexibility—whether you’re using your own eggs or embryos, or opting for an egg donor or gestational carrier (surrogate)—to maximize your chances of achieving pregnancy at the right time for you.
Enhancing Your Chances of Success
During your IVF cycle, you and your partner can take advantage of Preimplantation Genetic Screening (PGS/PGT-A) to select the healthiest embryos for transfer. This advanced technology increases the likelihood of a successful pregnancy.
Understanding Fertility Issues Before Starting IVF
We know that embarking on the IVF journey can feel overwhelming. That’s why your doctor will conduct thorough fertility tests to identify any issues before recommending IVF. Common reasons for IVF include:
- Endometriosis
- Low sperm count
- Uterine or fallopian tube issues
- Ovulation disorders
- Antibodies affecting sperm or eggs
- Diminished ovarian reserve
- Genetic disorders
- Unexplained infertility
- Multiple miscarriages
- Attempts to conceive for over six months without success
Factors That Influence Your IVF Success
- Age: The age of the woman plays a significant role in success rates, with a decrease noted after age 30 and even more so after 40.
- Same-Sex Couples: IVF is a fantastic option for LGBTQ+ couples, and we’ve assisted over 1,500 families in their journey.
- Duration of Attempts: We typically recommend a fertility evaluation after six to twelve months of unsuccessful attempts for women under 35, and four to six months for those over 35.
- Previous Failed Attempts: If other fertility methods have not worked, IVF is often the next step.
Did you know that more than five million babies have been born through IVF since its inception in 1978? It’s been a transformative solution for many families for over 40 years.
The IVF Treatment Cycle Explained
Your Course of Fertility Medications
Your doctor will guide you through the necessary fertility medications. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to discuss them with your personal care coordinator. Your IVF cycle kicks off with injectable medications aimed at producing multiple eggs. This phase lasts about eight to twelve days and includes monitoring via ultrasounds and blood tests.
Your Egg Retrieval Procedure
When the eggs reach maturity, a retrieval procedure is performed under general anesthesia. The doctor retrieves eggs by inserting a needle through the vaginal wall into the ovary, collecting them for fertilization.
Preparing Your Eggs for Fertilization
Once in the lab, embryologists examine each egg and prepare them for fertilization, often using the ICSI method, where a single healthy sperm is injected directly into each egg. Your doctor will discuss the best method for you.
Embryo Grading
After fertilization, embryos are graded based on their growth and development a few days later. This evaluation, combined with PGS results, helps determine the best approach for the transfer.
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Summary
At PFCLA, we offer comprehensive IVF treatments tailored to your unique needs, ensuring compassionate care and advanced technology to maximize your chances of success. With a team dedicated to your journey, you can feel confident in taking the first step toward parenthood.