What is Egg Retrieval?
💡 Egg retrieval (oocyte pick-up/OPU) is a minor surgical procedure in IVF where mature eggs are aspirated from ovarian follicles using a transvaginal ultrasound-guided needle under sedation. It takes 20–30 minutes and requires no incision.
Egg Retrieval (also called Oocyte Pick-Up or OPU) is a minor surgical procedure performed during IVF. Mature eggs are collected from the ovarian follicles using a thin needle guided by transvaginal ultrasound. The patient is under light sedation or anaesthesia throughout. The procedure takes about 20–30 minutes. It typically yields 8–15 eggs depending on the woman's age, ovarian reserve, and stimulation response. Retrieved eggs are then fertilised in the laboratory.
🇮🇳 India Context: Egg Retrieval is widely assessed and treated across major Indian fertility centres including Chennai, Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, and Hyderabad.
When is Egg Retrieval used?
- Part of every IVF and ICSI cycle
- Egg freezing (oocyte cryopreservation)
- Donor egg cycles (performed on the donor)
- Emergency fertility preservation before chemotherapy
Risks and considerations
⚠️ Mild: pelvic discomfort, bloating (1–2 days). Rare: pelvic infection (<0.5%), intraperitoneal bleeding, injury to adjacent structures. OHSS risk relates to stimulation, not the retrieval procedure itself. Always discuss risks with your fertility specialist before treatment.
Cost of Egg Retrieval in India
The typical cost of egg retrieval in India ranges from Included in IVF cycle cost. Costs vary by city, clinic reputation, and additional procedures required.
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