The essentials
What is ivf (in vitro fertilisation)?
IVF usually begins with a fertility assessment of both partners. The ovaries are then stimulated with prescribed hormone injections and monitored with scans and, when required, blood tests. Eggs are collected under sedation or light anaesthesia, fertilised in the laboratory and monitored as embryos develop. A selected embryo may then be transferred to the uterus, while suitable remaining embryos may be considered for freezing with separate consent.
What it may aim to do
- Create embryos using eggs and sperm in a specialist laboratory
- Transfer a selected embryo to the uterus
- Address selected female-factor, male-factor or unexplained fertility problems
- Preserve suitable remaining embryos when clinically appropriate and consented
Is this treatment suitable for me?
A webpage cannot determine this safely. Suitability must be decided by the responsible specialist after reviewing your symptoms, examination, medical history, medicines and relevant tests. Our coordinator can help you prepare the right records, but does not make the clinical decision.
01Procedure and techniqueHow it may be performed and what to discuss
- Initial consultation: medical history, previous fertility treatment and available reports are reviewed; required tests are confirmed
- Tests and preparation: baseline scans, blood tests and semen assessment are completed as clinically indicated
- Ovarian stimulation: daily hormone injections are commonly used for about 8–12 days with monitoring
- Egg collection (OPU): eggs are retrieved through the vagina under ultrasound guidance, usually with sedation or light anaesthesia
- Fertilisation and embryo development: eggs and sperm are combined using conventional IVF or ICSI when indicated, then embryos are monitored for several days
- Embryo transfer: a selected embryo is placed in the uterus; the pregnancy test date and medication plan are provided in writing
The appropriate technique can only be selected after examination, clinical indication and informed consent.
02Recovery and travelTypical milestones, Turkey stay and fit-to-fly decision
Baseline assessment and required tests are reviewed before stimulation begins.
Daily stimulation medicines are used with ultrasound and, when needed, hormone monitoring.
Egg retrieval is performed under sedation or light anaesthesia. Cramping, spotting and bloating can occur afterwards.
The laboratory checks fertilisation and embryo development. Timing varies and not every egg becomes a transferable embryo.
A selected embryo is transferred to the uterus. The clinic confirms medicines, warning signs and the pregnancy-test date.
Planning your stay in Turkey
Plan to remain in Turkey for about 20 days during a standard monitored cycle. The exact schedule may be shorter or longer depending on the protocol and response. This is a planning range. The treating team must confirm discharge and fitness to travel.
03Price and inclusionsWhat may change the quotation
- Medication dose and duration
- Required blood tests, scans and semen assessment
- Conventional IVF or ICSI laboratory method
- Genetic testing only when clinically indicated and chosen after counselling
- Embryo freezing, number of storage devices and annual storage
- Need for additional procedures or a frozen embryo transfer cycle
Often included—confirm in writing
- Fertility specialist consultation and individual treatment planning
- Egg collection procedure and standard anaesthesia services
- Standard fertilisation and embryology laboratory procedures stated in the quotation
- One embryo-transfer procedure when clinically appropriate
Often excluded—ask before paying
- Fertility medicines unless specifically included in writing
- Pre-treatment tests, semen analysis or HSG unless listed
- ICSI, PGT/PGT-A or other optional laboratory add-ons unless listed
- Embryo freezing, storage and future frozen embryo transfer unless listed
- Travel, accommodation, airport transfers and additional procedures unless listed
04Questions and answersFAQ and a short consultation checklist
How long does an IVF cycle take?
A typical cycle takes around 3 weeks, but preparation, medication protocol, ovarian response, embryo testing or a planned frozen transfer can make the overall pathway longer.
Is pregnancy guaranteed?
No. Success varies with factors including age, diagnosis, ovarian response, sperm factors and embryo development. Ask for clinic results relevant to your age group and whether figures describe pregnancy or live birth.
Are IVF medicines included in the €3,000 starting price?
Not automatically. Medication needs vary substantially between patients. Your written quotation should list medicines, monitoring, laboratory methods, freezing, storage and any add-ons separately.
Can suitability be confirmed remotely?
Records and imaging can support an initial opinion, but final eligibility and the treatment plan must be confirmed by the responsible specialist after an appropriate assessment.
When can I travel home?
Travel timing depends on the procedure, mobility, clot risk and early recovery. Only the treating team can confirm fitness to fly.
Ask the treating doctor
- Why do you recommend this procedure for my case?
- Who will perform the procedure, and where?
- What should I expect during recovery?
- What follow-up will I receive after I return home?
05Sources and review statusReferences used for this general guide
These sources support general information only and do not replace advice based on your examination and history.
HFEA — In vitro fertilisation (IVF) HFEA — Risks of fertility treatment NHS — IVF- Last editorial update
- 13 October 2026
- Medical reviewer
- Pending appointment