How Age Affects Female Fertility?
Female fertility peaks in the late 20s with 25-30% monthly conception chance and begins declining after 30 with a significant acceleration after 35. Aging reduces both egg quantity and quality increasing risks of miscarriage and chromosomal abnormalities. By 40 the...
What is IVF Cost in India 2026 ?
A single IVF cycle in India costs ₹1,00,000 to ₹3,00,000 with standard packages between ₹1,20,000 and ₹2,50,000. ICSI adds ₹15,000 to ₹40,000 and PGT costs ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000 and medications account for 30-40% of the total bill adding ₹40,000 to ₹90,000. Metro...
PCOS vs endometriosis:which affects fertility more?
PCOS is a hormonal disorder affecting 8-20% of reproductive age women that disrupts ovulation while endometriosis affects approximately 10% causing structural damage through inflammation and scarring. Up to 80% of PCOS women have ovulatory dysfunction and 30-50% of...
What is Day 3 vs Day 5 Embryo Transfer?
Day 3 embryos are at cleavage stage with 6 to 8 cells while day 5 embryos reach blastocyst stage with approximately 100 cells. Day 5 transfers show 61% clinical pregnancy rate compared to 51% for day 3 with implantation rates of 44% versus 37% respectively. Only...
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