Ovum Pick-Up (OPU) is a key step in the IVF process where mature eggs are collected from a woman’s ovaries. This is usually done after a course of fertility medications that help stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs. The procedure is performed using ultrasound guidance and a fine needle to gently retrieve the eggs. It is typically a short, minimally invasive procedure done under mild sedation or anesthesia. The collected eggs are then sent to the laboratory for fertilization, marking a critical stage in the journey toward successful pregnancy.
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- Ultrasound-guided egg retrieval procedure
- Performed after controlled ovarian stimulation
- Safe and minimally invasive with mild sedation
- Timely coordination with ovulation cycle
- Collected eggs prepared for IVF fertilization
- Monitored by skilled fertility specialists
- Supports successful embryo development
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Ovum Pick-Up is a procedure to retrieve mature eggs from a woman's ovaries, typically done after ovarian stimulation in IVF treatment.
The procedure is usually done under mild sedation or anesthesia, so most patients experience little to no pain during the process.
The entire procedure generally takes about 15 to 30 minutes, followed by a short recovery period at the clinic.
Your doctor will guide you with instructions, which may include fasting before the procedure and taking prescribed medications on time.
Mild cramping, bloating, or light spotting can occur but usually resolves within a day or two. Serious complications are rare.
The number of eggs retrieved varies for each individual and depends on how the ovaries respond to stimulation — typically between 5 to 15 eggs.
