An embryo Transfer at OC Fertility® + OC Biogenix®

What Is an Embryo Transfer?

During IVF, a woman takes fertility medications to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs. Once the eggs are mature, your OC Fertility® specialist retrieves them and fertilizes them with sperm from a partner or donor.

The resulting embryos grow in the lab for about 5–6 days, reaching the blastocyst stage, where they are evaluated for quality. A healthy embryo is then transferred into the uterus, where it may implant and develop into a pregnancy.

Who Needs IVF and an Embryo Transfer?

An embryo transfer may be recommended if you or your partner are experiencing:

• Ovulation disorders (e.g., PCOS)
• Endometriosis
• Premature ovarian failure
• Fallopian tube damage or blockage
• Uterine fibroids
• Male factor infertility
• Genetic concerns
• Same-sex couples or single parents building a family

Your OC Fertility® provider will perform a full evaluation and recommend embryo transfer only when it aligns with your medical and reproductive goals.

How Are Embryos Selected for Transfer?

Once your embryos are created, your doctor may recommend preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) to identify the healthiest embryos for transfer.

If testing is not performed, you and your fertility doctor will decide how many embryos to transfer based on:

• Your age
• Reproductive history
• Embryo quality
• Previous IVF outcomes

Extra healthy embryos can be frozen (cryopreserved) for future IVF cycles.

What to Expect During an Embryo Transfer

An embryo transfer is a non-surgical, in-office procedure that is typically painless and similar to a Pap smear. During the transfer:

• You will lie comfortably on an exam table
• An ultrasound guides a thin catheter through the cervix into the uterus
• The embryo is gently released into the uterine lining

No anesthesia or recovery time is required. The entire process usually takes 15–20 minutes.

What Happens After Embryo Transfer?

After the procedure, some women experience light cramping, bloating, or discharge. Your doctor may recommend light activity and rest for the first 24–48 hours.

You’ll return for a pregnancy test about 10–14 days later to determine if the embryo implanted successfully.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

An embryo transfer is a vital part of your fertility journey. At OC Fertility® + OC Biogenix®, our team is here to guide you every step of the way with expertise, compassion, and personalized care.

📞 Call today or 📅 book your consultation online to learn more about IVF and embryo transfer.