Treatments

IVF Treatment in Goa

Eggs and sperm are combined in the laboratory and a resulting embryo is placed in the uterus. Available at Sunshine IVF Centre, Mapusa, North Goa.

What is IVF?

IVF (in vitro fertilisation) is a fertility treatment in which a woman’s eggs are collected and fertilised with sperm in the embryology laboratory. One embryo (occasionally two) is then transferred into the uterus. Any additional good-quality embryos can be frozen for later use.

At Sunshine IVF Centre in Mapusa, IVF is planned by our fertility specialists after a full evaluation of both partners, so that the treatment protocol suits your medical history.

Who may need it?

How it works — step by step

Ovarian stimulation

Hormone injections and tablets help the ovaries develop several mature follicles. Progress is tracked with ultrasound scans and blood tests.

Egg retrieval

When the follicles are mature, eggs are collected through the vagina with a fine needle under ultrasound guidance. It is a day-care procedure done under short anaesthesia and usually takes 10–30 minutes.

Fertilisation & embryo culture

The eggs are mixed with sperm (IVF) or each egg is injected with a single sperm (ICSI). Embryos are cultured in an incubator for 3 to 5 days.

Embryo transfer

An embryo is gently placed in the uterus using a fine, soft catheter. It feels similar to a routine internal examination.

Pregnancy test

A blood test (beta-hCG) is done about 11–14 days after embryo transfer.

Frequently asked questions

Is IVF painful?

Most people find IVF manageable. The hormone injections are given with a fine needle under the skin, similar to insulin injections. Egg retrieval is done under short anaesthesia, so you do not feel the procedure, and embryo transfer usually needs no anaesthesia.

How long does one IVF cycle take?

A typical IVF cycle takes about 4 to 6 weeks from the start of stimulation to the pregnancy test. Your doctor will give you a personalised calendar.

What affects the chance of pregnancy with IVF?

The woman’s age is the most important factor, along with egg and sperm quality, the health of the uterine lining and conditions such as fibroids, endometriosis or tubal fluid. Your doctor can discuss what applies to you after your tests. No clinic can guarantee a pregnancy.

Do I need to stay in hospital for IVF?

No. Egg retrieval and embryo transfer are day-care procedures. Most patients go home the same day after a few hours of observation.

Can we freeze extra embryos?

Yes. Good-quality embryos not transferred in a fresh cycle can be frozen (vitrified) and used in a later frozen embryo transfer, if you consent to it.

Medically reviewed by Dr Sachin A. Narvekar, MD (OBGYN), Fellow in Reproductive Medicine · Last reviewed: October 2026

Related treatments

ICSI

A single sperm is injected directly into each mature egg — commonly used for male-factor infertility.

IUI (Intrauterine Insemination)

Washed, concentrated sperm is placed directly in the uterus around the time of ovulation.

Egg, Sperm & Embryo Freezing

Freezing eggs, sperm or embryos to keep the option of parenthood open for the future.

Talk to a fertility specialist in Mapusa, Goa

Book a consultation with our doctors. Bring any previous reports, scans and prescriptions you have — they help us plan your next steps.

Medical information notice: The information on this page is for general awareness and is not a substitute for a consultation. Treatment decisions depend on individual medical assessment, and outcomes vary from person to person. Please consult a qualified doctor for advice specific to you. See our medical disclaimer.