High-Precision Reproductive Science
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is the process where eggs are combined with sperm outside the body in a laboratory dish. For couples with male-factor infertility (such as low sperm count or poor motility), we utilize **Intra-cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)**.
If fertilization issues are minor, we may recommend **Intra-Uterine Insemination (IUI)**, which involves washing sperm cells and placing them directly inside the uterus around the time of ovulation.
Pioneered in Eastern Nigeria
Prof. Prosper Igboeli successfully established Eastern Nigeria's first active IVF laboratory in 2002. Today, our labs in Abuja and Aba feature premium air-filtration systems and incubation enclosures.
Stages of an IVF/ICSI Cycle
Ovarian Stimulation
Custom hormone stimulation protocols to encourage the development of multiple healthy egg follicles, monitored closely via transvaginal ultrasound and blood hormone panels.
Oocyte Retrieval
Follicular fluid is aspirated about 34 to 36 hours after hCG injection under transvaginal ultrasound guidance, then immediately transferred to the IVF lab.
Oocyte Isolation & IVF/ICSI
Embryologists isolate eggs and prepare them for injection (ICSI) with a single selected sperm or conventional IVF (cIVF) where thousands of washed sperm are used.
Fertilization Check (Day 1)
Eggs are incubated under strict conditions for 18 to 20 hours and examined for the presence of two pronuclei, which confirms successful fertilization.
Cleavage Stage (Day 2-3)
The fertilized eggs are further incubated to cleave into 2 cells, 4 cells, and then 8 cells, showing the first active signs of human embryo development.
Blastocyst Stage (Day 5-6)
Embryos are cultured until they reach the blastocyst stage (Day 5/6), which has higher implantation potential. Healthy blastocysts are selected for transfer.
Embryo Transfer
Embryos are loaded into special catheters and gently transferred into the prepared endometrium (womb) under direct ultrasound vision.
Implantation & Fetal Scan
Hormonal support is provided for 2 weeks. A positive test is followed by a transvaginal sonogram 1-3 weeks later to confirm gestational success.
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Ready to learn if IVF, ICSI, or IUI is the most suitable pathway for you? Connect with our clinic teams today.