IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization)
A fertility treatment where fertilization of an egg by sperm occurs outside the body.
IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)
The placement of sperm inside a woman’s uterus close to the fallopian tubes to increase the chance of conceiving.
Elective Single Embryo Transfer
A process of selecting one embryo for placement in the uterus. Remaining embryos are cryopreserved for future use.
Egg Donation
A process where a woman donates her eggs to help another woman conceive.
Third Party Parenting
A global term involving the use of a surrogate and/or donated eggs, sperm, or embryos.
PGS / PGD Testing
IVF lab techniques used to evaluate embryos for chromosomal abnormalities prior to being transferred into the uterus.
Egg Freezing
Eggs are frozen for future use in an IVF cycle.
Fertility Preservation
Freezing of embryos, eggs, or sperm prior to cancer treatment.
Unexplained Infertility
No obvious problems detected in the male or female to explain the failure to conceive.
Male Infertility
Male reproductive system issues that prevent partner from becoming pregnant.
ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)
Embryologist injects sperm into an egg.
Freeze All Cycle
All viable embryos from one cycle are frozen for a future use.
LGBTQ Fertility Services
Family planning for same sex couples.