Understanding the results
Discuss which investigations are useful, what previous results show and whether more tests would change the advice.
Fertility care starts with an assessment of your circumstances. IVF fertilises eggs in a laboratory; ICSI is one fertilisation method within IVF. Your specialist explains which options are relevant. Plan visits around the clinic’s monitoring requirements and any dates that may change.
Understand assessment, medicines, egg collection, laboratory treatment and the decisions that follow.
Read treatment guideFind out why this fertilisation method may be recommended and how it fits within an IVF cycle.
Read treatment guideUnderstand suitability, monitoring and timing, and what is included in each attempt.
Read treatment guidePlan the use of stored embryos, including preparation, consent, thawing and the transfer appointment.
Read treatment guideUnderstand egg collection, storage and the separate decisions and costs involved in using eggs later.
Read treatment guidePrepare questions about collection, storage, consent and possible future use of a sperm sample.
Read treatment guideStart with your questions and existing results before deciding which investigations or treatment may help.
Read treatment guide| Part of the proposal | What to ask |
|---|---|
| Treatment and medicines | Are monitoring, medication, laboratory work and storage included? |
| Appointments | Which dates can be confirmed in advance, and which may change? |
| Outcomes | Which figures apply to patients with circumstances similar to mine? |
Your clinician explains the options and risks before you decide.
How to compare treatment proposalsServices include IVF, ICSI, IUI and frozen embryo transfer.
Services include IVF, ICSI, intrauterine insemination and fertility investigations, including semen and hormonal testing.
Prepare questions about your options, the complete costs, the clinician responsible for your care and follow-up at home before booking.
Questions to ask a clinic