Services at HealthPlus Fertility Centers
During Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection method (ICSI), a single sperm is injected directly into the cytoplasm of the egg by an embryologist, having selected the sperm that are most active and healthy. It is indicated when sperm is either of low quality or quantity, when the sperms are surgically retrieved, when there has been previous failed or low fertilization with IVF (In Vitro Fertilization).Hence, ICSI allows the use of sperm that may not otherwise have been able to fertilize an egg.
The egg is examined for signs of fertilization as soon as 17–20 hours after ICSI. Over time, it has been found that around 80% of the eggs will be fertilized, except for couples that have severe infertility factors. 2% of all the “normal” looking sperm and eggs do not get fertilized even when the ICSI method is used.
Embryos are usually found in different stages and grades after being fertilized. The quality of the embryo is assessed by an embryologist, who will then provide you with the necessary information. The embryos thus formed, are transferred back to the uterus either after 2, 3 or 5 days or frozen for future use.
It is important to note that every couple is different. So it is important that proper tests are taken and that their medical history is discussed with a specialist before choosing to go for a particular method.
HealthPlus is fully committed to ensuring that every patient’s dream of becoming a parent is achieved.