Bridge Fertility Clinic London

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)

What is Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection?

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is a specialised form of IVF that maximises the chance of fertilisation.

Our skilled embryologists select a single, healthy sperm and carefully inject it directly into the centre of an egg. This technique is particularly effective for overcoming male factor infertility.

Is ICSI Right for Me?

ICSI may be a good fit, if :

your are using surgically retrieved sperm for your IVF cycle

diagnostic tests show you or partner has impaired sperm motility

Overview of The Process

Step 2

Diagnostic Testing

Step 3

Stopping the menstrual cycle

Step 4

Ovulation Induction

Step 5

Egg (& Sperm) Collection

Step 1

Initial Consultation

Step 6

IVF with ICSI

Step 7

Embryo Development

Step 8

Embryo Transfer

Step 9

Pregnancy Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an IVF cycle take?

Once diagnostic testing is complete and we are ready to proceed, a cycle typically requires 6 weeks, including a two week wait before verifying the pregnancy.

Would I need to undergo the entire process again, if I choose to do a second cycle in the future?

Not nessarily,

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)

What is Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection?

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is a specialised form of IVF that maximises the chance of fertilisation.

Our skilled embryologists select a single, healthy sperm and carefully inject it directly into the centre of an egg. This technique is particularly effective for overcoming male factor infertility.

Is ICSI Right for Me?

ICSI may be a good fit, if :

your are using surgically retrieved sperm for your IVF cycle

diagnostic tests show you or partner has impaired sperm motility

Overview of The Process

Step 1

Initial Consultation

Step 2

Diagnostic Testing

Step 3

Stopping the menstrual cycle

Step 4

Ovulation Induction

Step 5

Egg (& Sperm) Collection

Step 6

IVF with ICSI

Step 7

Embryo Development

Step 8

Embryo Transfer

Step 9

Pregnancy Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an IVF cycle take?

Once diagnostic testing is complete and we are ready to proceed, a cycle typically requires 6 weeks, including a two week wait before verifying the pregnancy.

Would I need to undergo the entire process again, if I choose to do a second cycle in the future?

Not nessarily,

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)

What is Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection?

ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection) is a specialised form of IVF that maximises the chance of fertilisation.

Our skilled embryologists select a single, healthy sperm and carefully inject it directly into the centre of an egg. This technique is particularly effective for overcoming male factor infertility.

Is ICSI Right for Me?

ICSI may be a good fit, if :

your are using surgically retrieved sperm for your IVF cycle

diagnostic tests show you or partner has impaired sperm motility

Overview of The Process

Step 1

Initial Consultation

Step 2

Diagnostic Testing

Step 3

Stopping the menstrual cycle

Step 4

Ovulation Induction

Step 5

Egg (& Sperm) Collection

Step 6

IVF with ICSI

Step 7

Embryo Development

Step 8

Embryo Transfer

Step 9

Pregnancy Test

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does an IVF cycle take?

Once diagnostic testing is complete and we are ready to proceed, a cycle typically requires 6 weeks, including a two week wait before verifying the pregnancy.

Would I need to undergo the entire process again, if I choose to do a second cycle in the future?

We understand the egg retrieval process can be quite strenuous. Fortunately, if your cycle leads to excess embryos, we can freeze/cryopreserve them. For subsequent cycles, we can then thaw and prepare them implantation.