Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
A precise fertilization method that gives hope to couples facing male infertility or fertilization challenges.
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) is an advanced fertility treatment used as part of an IVF cycle to overcome male infertility or fertilization challenges. In this highly precise procedure, a single healthy sperm is carefully selected and injected directly into a mature egg using microscopic tools. This increases the chances of successful fertilization, especially when sperm count, motility, or morphology is low.
ICSI is often recommended for individuals with male factor infertility, previous IVF cycles with low fertilization, or when using previously frozen eggs or sperm. By bypassing many of the natural barriers to fertilization, ICSI offers new hope for patients who may not otherwise achieve pregnancy through conventional IVF methods.
How It Works: Step-by-Step
1. Egg Retrieval. Mature eggs are collected from the ovaries during an IVF cycle after ovarian stimulation.
2. Sperm Preparation. A semen sample is processed in the lab to isolate the healthiest, most motile sperm.
3. Microscopic Injection. Using advanced micromanipulation tools, a single sperm is carefully injected into each mature egg.
4. Fertilization Monitoring. The injected eggs are monitored in the lab for signs of successful fertilization over the next 16–20 hours.
5. Embryo Development. Fertilized eggs develop into embryos over several days before transfer or freezing.
6. Embryo Transfer or Freezing. A healthy embryo may be transferred into the uterus, or frozen for future use, depending on the treatment plan.
Other Fertility Services
With over 50 years of combined experience and thousands of successful fertility journeys, our expert team in the Queens is committed to helping you grow your family.
During your private consultation, we’ll take time to understand your goals, check your fertility hormone levels, and perform an ovarian ultrasound.
Whether you’re considering long-term egg freezing or just exploring your options, our experts are here to support you every step of the way.
We offer Embryo Genetic Testing (PGT), an advanced screening that checks embryos for genetic disorders and chromosomal abnormalities, helping to improve pregnancy health and increase the chances of a successful outcome.
Personalized service that closely tracks your ovulation and hormonal patterns to optimize the timing for conception or fertility treatments, maximizing your chances of success.
Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is a simple, low-intervention fertility treatment where prepared sperm is placed directly into the uterus during ovulation to increase the likelihood of pregnancy.
ICSI is an advanced procedure where one healthy sperm is injected directly into an egg, commonly used for male infertility or when previous fertilization attempts have been unsuccessful.
Whether you’re planning ahead with embryo freezing or just exploring your options, we’re here to guide and support you throughout the process.
A regenerative therapy that harnesses your body’s natural growth factors to restore uterine or ovarian function, supporting improved fertility and pregnancy outcomes.
We offer a caring donor egg program that provides healthy, high-quality eggs to support individuals and couples on their path to parenthood through treatments like IVF.
How We Can Help
Comprehensive Services for Your Health and Fertility
Care coordinators
Expert Care Coordinators.
Lean on our licensed care coordinators who specialize in fertility to guide you through every step of your fertility journey.
Fertility specialists
Leading Fertility Specialists.
Seek clinical expertise from our fertility specialists with some of the best reputations and clinical outcomes in the country.
Network of partners
A network of partners to support your every need.
Thrive through your fertility journey with the support of our community network including mental health, holistic medicine, nutrition.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
How long can embryos be frozen and still be viable?
What is the success rate of frozen embryo transfers (FET)?
Does freezing embryos damage them?
Who should consider embryo freezing?
Is embryo freezing different from egg freezing?
Yes. Egg freezing involves freezing unfertilized eggs, while embryo freezing is done after fertilization when the sperm and egg are combined. Embryos tend to have higher survival rates after thawing compared to eggs.
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