PGT-A Process
PGT-A is carried out as part of your IVF and ICSI cycle, and the process follows a clear sequence from consultation to embryo transfer. This guide outlines what you can expect at each step of your journey.
Step-by-Step PGT-A PROCESS
During your initial consultation, your doctor will review your medical history and discuss whether PGT-A is appropriate for your individual circumstances.
You’ll also receive guidance on preparation, cycle planning, and what to expect throughout treatment.
Key points:
- Medical review and fertility history
- Discussion of whether PGT-A aligns with your goals
- Personalized treatment planning
PGT-A can only be performed on embryos created through IVF or ICSI. Your cycle includes medication to stimulate the ovaries, monitoring appointments, and a scheduled egg retrieval.
Cycle components:
- Ovarian stimulation
- Monitoring scans and blood tests
- Egg retrieval
- Fertilization using ICSI
- Embryo development to Day 5–6
Once your embryos reach the blastocyst stage, a biopsy is scheduled. At this point, embryos are prepared for cell sampling and then frozen while analysis is completed.
What you can expect:
- Clear communication on timing
- Updates from the laboratory team
- Freezing of embryos immediately after biopsy
After the biopsy, the cell samples are sent to a genetics laboratory. Your care team will let you know when to expect the results and how they will be shared.
What happens during this stage from the patient perspective:
- Laboratory receives the samples
- Results are processed and returned to your doctor
- You will be contacted once the report is available
Your doctor will review your results and suggest which embryos are best suited for transfer.
You will be instructed for the next steps, including the timing of your frozen embryo transfer.
What this includes:
- Review of your embryo report
- Recommendation of the most suitable embryo(s)
- Treatment plan moving forward
Once the uterus is prepared, a single embryo is thawed and transferred. The pregnancy test typically takes place around 8–9 days after transfer.
Key steps:
- Endometrial preparation
- Transfer scheduling
- Pregnancy test following the transfer window
Why Choose LIFESPAN?
LIFESPAN is your trusted partner in infertility care, combining world-class medical expertise, the latest fertility technologies, and a welcoming, luxury environment.
Expertise with Assurance : Guided by the dedication of our experienced medical team and proven success rates, we deliver trusted care from the very first step — and share this confidence with you by providing a 2nd FET within the same cycle, when aligned with your individual care needs.
Comprehensive Care & Personalized Support : Our professional support team is ready to advise and guide you at every stage of your journey. We ensure a smooth experience with attention to every detail, including providing first-class accommodation and private transfers, and patient care service if desired.
Proven Success Rates : Our consistently high outcomes reflect not only advanced medical excellence but also the quality and dedication of our team. We are committed to giving you the best chance of success at every step of your fertility journey.
State-of-the-Art Facilities : Our advanced laboratories and modern comforts are designed to support you with precision and care at every stage.
FAQs About PGT-A
Most patients can expect the full cycle, from consultation to embryo transfer, to span several weeks, depending on individual treatment plans and menstrual timing.
PGT-A does not significantly extend the ovarian stimulation or egg retrieval process. The main difference is that embryo transfer is performed in a later cycle because embryos are frozen while results are prepared.
International patients often complete initial consultations and testing at home. Travel to Bangkok is typically required for monitoring, egg retrieval, and follow-up planning for the transfer.
Your Patient Navigator will contact you once the report is available and arrange a consultation to discuss which embryo(s) are recommended for transfer.
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