Having children and building a happy family has long been a part of the infertile couples’ dream. However, this dream is no longer too big. Medical development in the field of infertility treatments has contributed to finding solutions to many infertility problems with the help of assisted reproductive technologies such as IVF, ICSI, IUI, etc. After performing a set of tests and analysis, the physician and the couple agree on choosing one of these treatment methods according to the couple’s situation.
Iran is considered one of the most popular destinations for medical trips. It is visited by many patients, especially those who wish to receive IVF treatment under the supervision of skilled specialists.
In the following, we will discuss “In Vito Fertilization,” or what is known as IVF, as one of the essential treatment methods used for infertile couples.
How Is IVF Done?
In vitro fertilization or IVF is an assisted reproductive therapy through which the female’s egg is mixed with the male’s sperm in the laboratory. After fertilization, the embryo is cultured in a laboratory for a while and inserted into the mother’s uterus through the cervix. In sum, IVF is done in four steps: ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, sperm and egg fertilization, and embryo transfer.
Why Is Iran the Best Place for Doing IVF?
In the past, fertility treatments such as IVF were not accepted by many families and cultures, including Iranian ones. However, today Iran has more than 50 fertility centers and has become one of the main hubs in this field. Since Iran has the most skilled and experienced reproductive endocrinologists, it is a suitable place for people worldwide who want to conceive their child through IVF.
Many people choose Iran as their IVF destination because Iranian clinics offer the best medical services at affordable prices. The average cost of IVF in Iran is between $2,000 to $5,000, while in the U.S., it is between $11,000 to $15,000. Considering everything, Iran is a proper destination for fertility treatments because it has all you need to get comfortable treatment.
Cost of IVF in Iran
The cost of IVF in Iran ranges between 1,200 to 2,500 USD depending on the doctor’s fee, facilities of the fertility clinic as well as its location, fertility medications, laboratory tests, number of ultrasounds, consultation charges, and whether to use donor sperm/egg, etc. In some cases, the chance of pregnancy with a frozen embryo is much higher than with a fresh embryo. In that case, the couple should first freeze their embryo and then transfer it to the womb in the future. Since embryo freezing is a complex procedure, it will cost you between 200 to 500 USD.
Gender selection is one of the steps of the IVF procedure, through which the gender of the embryo is accurately determined before transferring it into the uterus. The cost of gender selection with IVF in Iran is also $800 to $1,000.
Ideal Candidates for Doing IVF in Iran
In Iran, thousands of in vitro fertilizations are done annually, most of which are successful; however, the IVF candidates should have some basic features to achieve good results. In general, IVF is suitable for:
- Women under the age of 35;
- People with a healthy lifestyle;
- Women with blocked fallopian tube;
- Women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS);
- Women with severe endometriosis; and
- Men with low sperm count and motility.
Even though many patients are satisfied with their IVF results in Iran, this treatment is not proper for some patients. For instance, patients with fibroid tumors, high blood pressure, ovarian malfunction, hormonal imbalance, and uterine irregularities have a lower chance of success and are not considered ideal candidates for IVF.
IVF in Iran: How Long Does It Take?
Generally, the IVF cycle takes about 6 to 8 weeks - from the first consultation with a fertility counselor to embryo transfer. Depending on the number of fertility tests, uterine evaluations, and semen analysis, the IVF process may take more or less. Moreover, about two weeks after the end of IVF treatment, a beta test (or pregnancy blood test) is performed in two stages to confirm the pregnancy.
What to Do after IVF in Iran?
Post-IVF care is as critical as the operation itself. Here are some tips that you should consider after embryo transfer:
- Stay in bed for 24 hours after embryo transfer;
- Do not swim or stay in the bathtub for 48 hours after the operation;
- Lifting heavy objects, doing strenuous physical activities, and exercising are not recommended until the pregnancy is stable;
- Take prescribed medications as instructed; and
- Have a proper diet to minimize constipation and bloating.
Raadina Travel Co. has provided an economy package of IVF for patients seeking IVF treatment in Iran. It provides them with all they need for a comfortable medical trip in this country.
First, the patient will send us their medical history and documents to receive a complete consultation on the process of staying in Iran and undergoing treatment. The medical center selection is made at the patient's suggestion or based on the city where the clinic is located and the services provided by that center. Currently, we cooperate with some of the best infertility clinics in Iran, such as Payambaran IVF Center, Royan Infertility Clinic, Bahman IVF Clinic, MOM Fertility Center, etc.
Upon the patient's arrival in Iran, all stages of accommodation and admission to the hospital will be done while a translator and a guide accompany the patient. The Raadina Health team presents all the necessary medical information of the patient to the relevant specialist and book appointments. The necessary tests before starting the process usually include a complete blood count (CBC) test, hormonal tests, semen analysis, and egg analysis.
When the treatment process is completed and the patient returns to their country, the Raadina Health team will continue communicating with them. The follow-up services include contacting the physician for post-treatment counseling, answering possible patient questions, providing necessary guidelines, etc. We should note that Raadina Health consultants are ready for 24/7 follow-up support after treatment.
