IVF Tools & Calculators

Comprehensive tools to support your IVF journey with evidence-based calculations and tracking

Last updated: December 2024

Understanding IVF Treatment

Typical IVF Timeline

  • • Days 1-3: Baseline ultrasound and bloodwork
  • • Days 3-12: Ovarian stimulation with daily injections
  • • Days 10-14: Monitoring appointments every 1-2 days
  • • Day 14-16: Egg retrieval (36 hours after trigger)
  • • Days 16-21: Fertilization and embryo development
  • • Day 19-23: Fresh embryo transfer (Day 3 or 5)
  • • Day 28-32: Beta HCG pregnancy test

Important Factors Affecting Success

  • • Age (particularly maternal age)
  • • Ovarian reserve (AMH, FSH levels)
  • • Cause of infertility
  • • Body weight and BMI
  • • Previous pregnancy history
  • • Lifestyle factors (smoking, alcohol, stress)
  • • Clinic and laboratory quality
  • • Number and quality of embryos

Common Questions

What is IVF and how does it work?

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) is an assisted reproductive technology where eggs are retrieved from ovaries and fertilized with sperm in a laboratory. The resulting embryos are then transferred to the uterus. IVF is used to treat various fertility issues including blocked fallopian tubes, male factor infertility, endometriosis, and unexplained infertility. A typical IVF cycle takes 4-6 weeks from start to finish.

What are typical IVF success rates?

IVF success rates vary primarily by age: under 35 (40-55% per cycle), 35-37 (35-40%), 38-40 (25-35%), 41-42 (15-25%), over 42 (5-15%). Other factors affecting success include ovarian reserve, embryo quality, uterine receptivity, and clinic expertise. Most patients require multiple cycles to achieve pregnancy.

How much does IVF cost?

A single IVF cycle in the US typically costs $12,000-$17,000 for the procedure plus $3,000-$7,000 for medications. Additional costs may include ICSI ($1,500), PGT testing ($5,000), frozen embryo transfers ($3,500), and embryo storage ($500-$1,000/year). Some states mandate insurance coverage, while others require out-of-pocket payment.

How long does an IVF cycle take?

A complete IVF cycle typically takes 4-8 weeks depending on the protocol. Antagonist protocols are shortest at 3-4 weeks, while long protocols can take 6-8 weeks including suppression. The stimulation phase lasts 8-14 days, followed by egg retrieval, fertilization, and transfer 3-5 days later. Pregnancy testing occurs 9-14 days after transfer.

Medical Sources: American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM), Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology (SART), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ART Success Rates, European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).

These IVF tools are for educational and informational purposes only. They are NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with your reproductive endocrinologist or fertility specialist for personalized medical guidance. IVF outcomes vary significantly based on individual circumstances.