IVF-PGT in the USA: Dr. Nathan Zhang from IVF USA Discusses Preparations for Assisted Reproduction

2023-12-22 20:23:21，visits： 350

For friends planning to undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) in the USA, understanding relevant knowledge is crucial. Active preconception preparation is key before embarking on the journey, including maintaining a balanced diet, avoiding alcohol and smoking, limiting caffeine intake, ensuring a healthy sleep routine, and getting sufficient rest. Additionally, relevant supplements can be taken the day before egg retrieval.

Currently, the widely adopted technique globally is Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI). This method involves carefully selecting a healthy, active sperm and injecting it directly into the egg. After fertilization, the embryo is placed in a culture dish for further development. Compared to traditional methods, ICSI not only screens sperm but also increases the success rate of fertilization. Dr. Nathan Zhang, the founder of IVF USA and a U.S.-trained medical doctor, introduces the use of the third-generation IVF-PGT technique. In this method, embryos are cultured for five days to form blastocysts, followed by Preimplantation Genetic Diagnosis/Screening (PGD/PGS) to select the highest-quality embryos.

Who is Suitable for Choosing IVF in the USA?

Dr. Nathan Zhang points out that individuals with the following conditions are suitable candidates for considering IVF in the USA:

    Severe tubal diseases, such as tubal blockage or hydrosalpinx due to pelvic inflammatory disease, tuberculous infection, etc.

    Endometriosis.

    Immunological infertility, with anti-sperm antibodies or anti-endometrial antibodies present.

    Male factors, such as oligozoospermia, asthenozoospermia, teratozoospermia.

    Unexplained infertility (fertilization or cleavage disorders, etc.).

    Individuals for whom other infertility treatments have been ineffective.

    Those requiring preimplantation genetic diagnosis for hereditary diseases.

    Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) where ovaries cannot produce mature eggs.

    Other conditions (e.g., follicles not rupturing syndrome).

Calculating the Birth Date of IVF-PGT Babies

Dr. Nathan Zhang shares a simple method for estimating the birth date of IVF-PGT babies. If blastocysts are transferred on the fifth or sixth day, subtracting 19 days from the last menstrual period gives the transfer date. For example, if the last menstrual period is on February 1, the transfer date would be February 21. The theoretical calculation for the due date is to subtract 3 or add 9 to the month of the last menstrual period and then add 6 days. For instance, if the last menstrual period is on April 10, 2022, the due date would be January 16, 2023. Similarly, if the last menstrual period is on February 10, 2023, the due date should be November 16, 2023.

While the overall IVF medical standards in the USA are high, there are variations among clinics and doctors. Dr. Nathan Zhang advises caution when choosing IVF in the USA, as the levels of different doctors and clinics vary. To ensure medical quality, careful selection of medical institutions is crucial. With his extensive background in medicine and biology, Dr. Nathan Zhang has spent eight years investigating 400 IVF centers and hospitals, engaging with over 500 professional doctors, providing unique insights into the U.S. IVF industry. Currently, IVF USA offers services for egg freezing, IVF, and third-party assisted reproduction to individuals in need. The business has expanded beyond the USA to regions such as Japan, Thailand, Mexico, Taiwan, Hong Kong, collaborating with top IVF doctors worldwide to ensure a smooth IVF journey. Whether you have a need for egg freezing or are contemplating the decision for IVF, IVF USA looks forward to embarking on the beautiful journey of fertility with you, welcoming the arrival of new life.