It is very difficult to compare prices from one clinic to another because each clinic calculates its prices differently. If you are about to go IVF abroad – you may notice that IVF cost in Pakistan between clinics can vary by several thousand euros. Advertised IVF treatment packages may include certain procedures, while in another clinic they are considered an additional cost, which can lead to confusion.
Calculating Egg Donation Costs
For egg donation treatment, the criteria we suggest to compare like for like are:
- Initial consultation – this can be deducted from the final price.
- Sperm freezing – necessary so that there is a backup or to reduce the time spent abroad.
- Donor stimulation – donor medications are sometimes not included in the price, so check that.
- ICSI – generally still used in treatment.
- Embryo monitoring
- Culture to blastocyst – some fertility clinics don’t always include this in the overall price, so it’s best to check.
- Freezing embryos using the vitrification method – why vitrification? Learn more about embryo freezing here .
- Medications for you as the recipient are rarely included in the prices promoted by a clinic.
VF costs – what you need to know
Overseas fertility clinics are free to set their own costs like any other private healthcare provider, meaning you will find that the same treatments can cost different amounts at different clinics. It is therefore very important that you understand what is included in any quote and compare it to a number of providers to ensure you choose the right treatment at the most appropriate cost.
Some clinics may quote a cost for treatment only (e.g. IVF or ICSI) and not include the cost of medications which can be expensive, freezing and storage of excess embryos or associated administration fees. Others may quote for everything in a set and while that may seem expensive, it might be more appropriate. On the other hand, if you are signing up for a care package, you need to be sure that you need all aspects included! Simply put, identifying costs can be a time-consuming and confusing exercise. In fact, getting a quote for a specific treatment will often test the resolve of even the most diligent researcher!
The Cost of Fertility Treatment Explained
When researching IVF costs, you will usually come across a “global” figure – for example, “one cycle costs 2,5000” – this may refer to a fixed but limited set of activities which could include any scan , egg collection, embryology and embryo transfer. There are, however, a range of additional activities that may need to be taken into account when calculating the cost of your fertility treatment. Some of these activities are shown below with indicative average costs which have been collected from clinics across;
- Basic initial diagnostic tests (male and female): 5000
- Specialist consultation: many providers offer a free initial consultation, but where this is not available, expect to pay a minimum of 2500
- Donor sperm samples from the International Sperm Bank: 250
- Medicines: 1,0000
Additional costs for IVF
In an ideal world, all fertility clinics would list their IVF treatment Lahore costs in a single, inclusive flat rate price that lists a treatment plan and a complete fertility care protocol. This is unfortunately not the case and patients should both research and ask specific questions to determine what is included in IVF costs and what additional costs might be incurred.
Many of these additional costs, beyond essential costs such as those associated with fertility drugs and medications, have been called “surcharges.” These include the use of targeted technologies and procedures designed to further increase results and success rates. “Add-ons” can be a controversial issue, as the effectiveness of each depends on the clinic or specialists you go to. We have listed several complementary treatments that clinics can offer as additional procedures;
- Assisted hatching
- Endometrial scraping
- Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy (PGT-A)
- Reproductive immunology tests and treatment
- Sperm DNA damage.
We recommend that you contact your fertility center to determine which, if any, of the so-called supplements are available or recommended in your particular case.
Conclusion:
IVF treatment in Pakistan represents a beacon of hope for couples grappling with infertility, offering a pathway to parenthood amidst challenges. Despite advancements in medical science and growing awareness, accessibility, affordability, and societal perceptions continue to shape the landscape of assisted reproduction in the country. As dialogue and support systems evolve, the journey towards conception becomes a more inclusive and empowering experience for couples across Pakistan.