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Egg Collection

Helpful tools
The egg collection procedure, which involves retrieving or aspirating the eggs from the ovary, fertilizing them in the laboratory, and transferring the embryos back into the uterus a few days later. It is a minor procedure performed under sedation or general anaesthesia depending on the patient’s condition.
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How does egg collection work?

  • The egg collection is performed in our specialized IVF Operating Theatre (OT) via transvaginal ultrasound (similar to the ultrasound used for monitoring of follicles during stimulation).
  • Once the ovary is visualized by ultrasound, a very fine needle is passed through the vaginal wall into the ovary to harvest the eggs. The eggs which are now in a test tube are handed over to the embryologist for processing.
  • The embryologist examines the follicular fluid, identifies the egg, and then transfers each egg to a special culture media.
  • In order to ensure minimal exposure to the external environment our laboratory is located next to the IVF OT. The procedure takes about 15 minutes to complete and refreshments will be served once you are fully awake. You will be discharged about an hour later.
Operating Theatre Sunfert Bangsar South
Operating theatre in IVF laboratory for IVF treatment in Sunfert International Fertility Centre in Bangsar South

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The Biological Clock

This tool indicates:

  • Natural conception per month if you have no fertility issues
  • IVF success rate at the same age
  • When to seek help after months of unsuccessful attempts

If you are concerned at any stage – we recommend booking a doctor appointment or a free nurse consultation. The sooner you make a plan the better your chances in the long term.

When to seek advice early
  • If you have polycystic ovaries, endometriosis, or have been through a cancer diagnosis; we recommend you get in touch quickly so we can talk you through all your options and give you the greatest possible chance of success.
  • If you’re a single woman considering motherhood in the future; it’s best to approach us early and consider egg freezing as this can be an option for you while you have a higher ovarian reserve and healthier eggs.
Set your age and the months you’ve been trying to conceive
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Your chance of having a baby per month for fertile couples
Your chance of having a baby per IVF cycle (if experiencing infertility)

Body Mass Index calculator

Being overweight or underweight can reduce fertility, so it is important to keep your body weight within the normal healthy range.

Body Mass Index (BMI) is an indication of your body weight and can be calculated by dividing weight by height. You should aim for a BMI of between 20 and 25, as this will optimise your chances of conception.

Woman’s BMI below 19

Even in these modern times, nature knows best. If a woman's BMI falls below 19, the body senses famine and ovulation is switched off to prevent the risk of having a baby with malnutrition. Excessive exercise can reduce body fat and increase muscle mass to a point where periods cease for the same reason. Risk of miscarriage is also increased in women with a low BMI.

Being underweight

If a woman's BMI falls below 19, the body senses famine and ovulation is switched off to prevent the risk of having a baby with malnutrition. Excessive exercise can reduce body fat and increase muscle mass to a point where periods cease for the same reason. Risk of miscarriage is also increased in women with a low BMI.

BMI’s greater than 30

This can reduce fertility by 50%. Pregnancy for women with a 30+ BMI is often associated with problems such as maternal diabetes, high blood pressure, big babies and increased risk of caesarean section.

Add your height and weight to calculate your BMI
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