Oocyte Vitrification (Egg Freezing)
Vitrification is a newer method for freezing eggs. Vitrification requires an addition of cryoprotectants before cooling. The cryprotectant acts like antifreeze to decrease the freezing temperature and increase viscosity, so the embryo freezes like a “solid liquid,” and looks like glass. Recent studies have found that vitrification of eggs significantly improves the chances of survival […]
Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT)
Preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) is an advanced diagnostic test that can be utilized during the in vitro fertilization process to screen embryos for a variety of genetic and chromosomal disorders that can cause implantation failure, miscarriage and birth defects. PGT is done prior to the transfer of the embryos into the uterus during an IVF […]
Donor Sperm Services
Donor sperm insemination can be done using sperm from an anonymous donor or directed (known) donor. Anonymous donor sperm must be ordered from one of the cryobanks approved by Davies Fertility & IVF Specialists, S.C. The directed donor must go through screening and testing requirements at our clinic prior to sperm donation. Once approved, the […]
Psychological Counseling
Infertility is usually one of the most stressful experiences a couple can go through. The way a patient copes with this roller coaster of emotions depends very much on their personality and their diagnosis, since every person is different, and every infertility issue is unique. Coping with infertility requires patients to find the strength within […]