Assisted Hatching (LAH) Treatment

Laser-assisted hatching precision IVF treatment at MOMSOON IVF

For couples with infertility issues, IVF treatment is recommended for a successful pregnancy. But this ART (assisted reproductive techniques) procedure’s success depends on the hatching and implantation of the embryo onto the uterus wall. That is when LAH (laser-assisted hatching) becomes an important step for a successful pregnancy. At MOMSOON IVF, our well-known IVF specialists provide the best laser-assisted hatching in Bangalore with more than 30 years of experience in the field. Our advanced tools and techniques used in LAH help couples undergoing IVF cycles to overcome infertility issues.

What is laser-assisted hatching?

In laser-assisted hatching, the fertilized egg will undergo a small crack or breach using a specialized laser. This happens when the fertilized egg forms a thick protective layer called the zona pellucida, which can often prevent the egg from implanting itself in the uterus wall. The process of laser hatching IVF in Bangalore helps in lightly breaking this outer layer so that the egg can easily hatch and implant. The hatching of the embryo is a natural process, but LAH is used only when the hatching needs assistance.

Who can benefit from laser-assisted hatching?

In most IVF cases, couples do not need laser-assisted hatching. Unlike them, some couples still see many failed IVF cycles or unexplained infertility issues. For example, the follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) level can be high and prevent eggs from hatching. Here are other scenarios when LAH is preferred:

Types of laser assisted hatching

How the procedure works

Consultation

If you have undergone IVF cycles but did not have a successful pregnancy, you will be consulted with an IVF specialist, who will determine if you need an assisted hatching procedure with laser.

Embryo Assessment

In your next IVF cycle, the egg is fertilized by the sperm in a laboratory setting, and is observed carefully over the next few days to make sure the embryo is developing.

Laser Application

During embryo development, if there is a thick zona pellucida, assisted hatching procedure is done to remove or thin the protective outer layer to support hatching.

Embryo Transfer

Once the LAH process is complete, the IVF specialist will carefully transfer the embryo to the uterus for the next process, which is hatching and implantation.

Potential Implantation

If the laser assisted hatching process is done properly, the embryo should be able to hatch and implant itself to the wall of the uterus for a successful pregnancy.

Why choose
MOMSOON IVF for laser-assisted hatching?

At MOMSOON IVF clinic, we not only understand how laser-assisted hatching works, but also have hands-on experience in this procedure to help couples struggling to get pregnant through IVF cycles.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is laser-assisted hatching safe?

Yes. Laser-assisted hatching (LAH) is a very safe procedure that is done along with IVF to increase the success rate of implantation.

Does laser-assisted hatching guarantee pregnancy?

While laser-assisted hatching increases the hatching chances, it does not guarantee pregnancy unless the embryo has been implanted in the uterus.

Is laser-assisted hatching painful?

For the patient undergoing the IVF procedure, LAH is not painful because only the embryo, which is developing outside the uterus in a la,b is used for this.

Is laser-assisted hatching suitable for all age groups?

Generally, LAH process is recommended for couples who are over 38 years and have experienced failed IVF cycles; hence, it is not suitable for all age groups.

How soon can I expect results after laser-assisted hatching?

Once the laser-assisted hatching process is done, and the embryo is transferred into your uterus, you can expect a result after about 2 weeks.

How is laser-assisted hatching different from chemical or mechanical hatching?

LAH differs from chemical or mechanical hatching because this process is a fast and no-contact process that does not need any chemicals.

How much does laser-assisted hatching cost?

Depending on the IVF clinic or fertility center, laser-assisted hatching can cost anywhere from INR 10,000 to INR 30,000, and changes as per treatment plans as well.

Can I request laser-assisted hatching, or is it only recommended by doctors?

LAH is recommended by IVF specialists upon examination of your specific infertility issues, but you can request it if your age is over 35 years and you want to see better results from IVF treatments.

Laser-assisted hatching precision IVF treatment at MOMSOON IVF

What is laser-assisted hatching?

Who can benefit from laser-assisted hatching?

Types of laser assisted hatching

Zona thinning (T-LAH)

Zona drilling (D-LAH)