Patients who have multiple good-quality embryos after IVF or ICSI.
Blastocyst Transfer
A more advanced stage of embryo transfer that improves the chance of implantation by allowing the embryo to develop in the lab for five or six days. Blastocyst transfer helps identify the most viable embryos, increasing success rates in IVF cycles and supporting healthy pregnancies.
What is Blastocyst Transfer?
Blastocyst transfer is a stage of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) in which embryos are cultured in the laboratory for about five to six days until they reach the blastocyst stage — the point when the embryo has developed enough cells to enhance implantation potential.
This approach enables more accurate embryo selection and improves implantation and pregnancy success rates. It is particularly beneficial for patients who have produced multiple good-quality embryos, as it helps identify those most likely to result in a healthy pregnancy.
At Genesis Athens, our embryology team uses advanced incubation and monitoring systems to ensure optimal blastocyst growth and selection. This method often increases the likelihood of success while reducing the risk of multiple pregnancies.
Who is Blastocyst Transfer for?
Couples who prefer single embryo transfer to reduce the risk of multiple pregnancy.
Individuals with previous failed implantation using earlier-stage embryo transfers.
Treatment steps
Your step-by-step guide to Blastocyst Transfer
Every treatment at Genesis follows a structured, personalised process designed to support you medically and emotionally at every stage. From the first consultation to post-treatment care, we are here to guide you with clarity, expertise, and compassion. While each treatment has its own clinical steps, the journey always begins with understanding your individual needs and building a plan that gives you the best possible chance of success.
Blastocyst Transfer
Your doctor will assess your case and determine whether blastocyst transfer is suitable based on your embryo development and treatment history.
You will begin a personalised stimulation protocol, followed by egg collection and fertilisation.
Fertilised embryos are cultured in the laboratory and carefully monitored for five to six days to reach the blastocyst stage.
A high-quality blastocyst is selected and transferred to the uterus with precision. Surplus blastocysts may be frozen for future use.
Two weeks after the transfer, a blood test is performed to determine whether implantation has occurred.
Patient Journey
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At Genesis, every fertility journey is deeply personal. We understand the emotional and medical challenges involved, which is why our team is here to support you with care, expertise, and understanding — every step of the way.
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F.A.Q.
Blastocyst Transfer F.A.Q.
We know that starting fertility treatment often comes with many questions — about the process, the risks, and what to expect. In this section, we address some of the most common concerns to help you feel more confident and informed.
If you do not see your question here, our team is always available to provide further guidance, personalised to your specific situation.
Day 3 embryos are transferred earlier in development, while blastocysts (Day 5 or 6) have had more time to grow, allowing for better embryo selection.
Yes. Studies show that transferring a blastocyst often results in higher implantation and pregnancy rates, especially when embryo quality is high.
Not all embryos will reach the blastocyst stage. That is why this method is typically used when multiple good-quality embryos are available.
The transfer itself is the same. The main difference is that the embryo is transferred later, at a more advanced stage.
Yes. If multiple blastocysts are formed, the surplus can be cryopreserved and used in future frozen embryo transfer (FET) cycles.
No. The procedure is safe and commonly used. Your doctor will recommend it only if it offers a clear benefit for your situation.
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Blastocyst Transfer
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