IVF Treatment in Noida | Dr. Parul Agrawal
IVF (in vitro fertilisation) helps couples conceive by combining eggs and sperm in a laboratory to create embryos, which the doctor then places in the uterus. First, this page explains who may need IVF treatment in Noida and then walks you through each step of an IVF cycle. In addition, you will learn what can affect IVF success, what factors influence the cost, and what you can expect during treatment at Dr. Parul Agrawal’s clinic in Sector 92.
Dr. Parul Agrawal brings 23+ years of experience in obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine. In addition, she holds an MBBS, DGO and DNB in Obstetrics & Gynecology and has completed a Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine recognised by ICOG.
If you have been trying to conceive for a long time, you may naturally feel tired and unsure about what to do next. However, your first consultation does not mean you have to start IVF. Instead, the doctor will first review your fertility history and may recommend a few tests to identify what could be affecting your fertility. Then, you can discuss the findings and decide on the next step with your doctor.
What is IVF treatment?
In IVF, medicines stimulate the ovaries to produce several eggs during one cycle. Next, the doctor collects the eggs and combines them with sperm in the laboratory. Then, the laboratory team grows the resulting embryos for 3 to 5 days before the doctor transfers a suitable embryo into the uterus. Meanwhile, the team can freeze any extra healthy embryos for future use.
IVF is a type of assisted reproductive technology (ART). Therefore, doctors may recommend it when simpler treatments, such as ovulation induction or IUI, are unlikely to work or have not produced the desired results.
Who may need IVF?
IVF may be advised if you have:
- Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes
- Low sperm count, poor sperm movement or other male factor infertility, often treated with ICSI
- Ovulation problems that did not improve with medicines, including some cases of PCOS
- Endometriosis
- Unexplained infertility after other treatments
- Reduced egg count (ovarian reserve) or age-related decline in egg quality
- Several unsuccessful IUI cycles
- A known genetic condition that you do not want to pass on
- A need for donor eggs or sperm
When to see a fertility specialist:
If you have been trying to conceive for 12 months and the woman is under 35, you should consider seeing a fertility specialist. If she is 35 or older, seek medical advice after 6 months of trying. However, you should consult a specialist sooner if you have irregular periods, endometriosis, known problems with the fallopian tubes or uterus, male factor infertility, or two or more pregnancy losses.
In addition, ART in India is regulated by the ART (Regulation) Act, 2021, including requirements related to eligibility, age and consent. Your doctor can explain which requirements apply to your individual situation.
How IVF works: step by step
A fresh IVF cycle usually takes about 4 to 6 weeks, from the start of stimulation to the pregnancy test. If embryos are frozen and transferred in a later cycle, the process takes a few weeks longer.
Step 1: Consultation and tests
The doctor reviews your medical history and recommends the necessary tests. First, the woman usually undergoes an ultrasound and blood tests, including AMH and other hormone tests. For the partner, the doctor recommends a semen analysis. If the doctor suspects a problem with the fallopian tubes or uterus, they may recommend laparoscopy or hysteroscopy. Finally, the doctor prepares a personalised written treatment plan.
Step 2: Ovarian stimulation (about 8 to 14 days)
You take daily hormone injections to stimulate the development of multiple eggs. Meanwhile, the doctor monitors your response with ultrasound scans and blood tests every few days and adjusts the medication dose as needed. Once the eggs are ready, the doctor gives a “trigger” injection at the right time to prepare them for collection.
Step 3: Egg retrieval (1 day)
About 34 to 36 hours after the trigger injection, eggs are collected through the vagina using an ultrasound-guided needle. It takes about 15 to 30 minutes and is done under sedation or anaesthesia, so you do not feel it. Most women go home the same day. Mild cramps or spotting can occur.
Step 4: Fertilisation
A sperm sample is prepared in the lab. Eggs are fertilised either by conventional IVF (sperm and eggs are placed together) or by ICSI (one sperm is injected into each egg). The choice depends on sperm quality and past results.
Step 5: Embryo growth (3 to 5 days)
Embryologists watch the embryos grow and grade them. Some embryos are grown to day 5 (blastocyst stage) before transfer or freezing.
Step 6: Embryo transfer
A thin, soft tube places the embryo in the uterus. It is quick, usually done without anaesthesia, and most women feel little or no pain. The transfer can be “fresh” (in the same cycle) or “frozen” (in a later cycle). A frozen transfer may be advised if you are at risk of ovarian hyperstimulation, if embryos are being genetically tested, or if the uterine lining is not ready.
Step 7: The two-week wait and the pregnancy test
Medicines such as progesterone support the uterus after transfer. A blood test (beta-hCG) about 10 to 14 days after transfer shows whether you are pregnant. Your clinic will tell you the exact day, because testing too early can be misleading. If positive, a first scan follows a couple of weeks later. If negative, the doctor reviews your cycle and discusses the next steps.
Optional: genetic testing of embryos (PGT)
In selected cases, such as a known genetic condition, repeated pregnancy loss or advanced age, embryos can be tested before transfer. How much it helps varies from person to person, so your doctor will advise whether it suits you. Choosing the baby’s sex is illegal in India and is not done.
What affects IVF success?
No single success figure applies to everyone. Your chances in each cycle depend mainly on:
- Age of the woman: this is the biggest factor. Egg numbers and quality fall with age, and the fall is steeper after 35 and again after 40.
- Ovarian reserve: how many eggs remain, usually checked with AMH and an ultrasound.
- Cause of infertility: for example, tube problems or male factor issues often respond differently than a low egg count.
- Sperm quality
- Embryo quality
- The uterus: lining, fibroids, polyps, scar tissue or endometriosis can affect implantation.
- Lifestyle: smoking, alcohol, body weight, sleep and stress.
- Lab quality and a plan made for you: the lab and the stimulation plan matter more than any standard package.
Read more from trusted sources: ISAR IVF Guidelines · WHO Infertility Fact Sheet
Risks and side effects
IVF is generally safe, but you should know the possible risks:
- Bloating, mild pain, mood changes and tiredness from hormone medicines
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS), when the ovaries react strongly to medicines. It is uncommon, and severe cases are rare.
- Twin or multiple pregnancy, which carries higher risks. Many clinics prefer single embryo transfer where suitable.
- Ectopic pregnancy (pregnancy outside the uterus)
- Infection or bleeding after egg retrieval (uncommon)
- Emotional strain. Counselling is available at the clinic.
We reduce risks with close monitoring, personalised doses, single embryo transfer where suitable, and freezing all embryos when needed. Call the clinic or go to an emergency room if you have severe abdominal pain, rapid weight gain, repeated vomiting, breathlessness, heavy bleeding or fever.
Cost of IVF treatment in Noida
The cost of IVF treatment in Noida typically ranges from ₹1.2 lakh to ₹2.5 lakh per cycle. The actual cost depends on your treatment plan, medicines, investigations and any additional procedures required. Some clinics may quote a package that does not include medicines, ICSI, embryo freezing and storage, or genetic testing.
These factors can change the total:
- Dose and type of medicines
- Conventional IVF or ICSI
- Embryo freezing and storage
- Frozen embryo transfer, if needed
- Genetic testing (PGT), if advised
- Donor eggs or sperm, if required
- Additional procedures such as hysteroscopy or laparoscopy
- Number of cycles required
After your consultation and tests, you will receive a treatment-specific cost estimate based on your individual needs.
Your IVF doctor and clinic in Noida
Dr. Parul Agrawal has 23+ years of experience in obstetrics, gynaecology and reproductive medicine and has been involved in 12,000+ IVF cases. She holds an MBBS, DGO and DNB in Obstetrics & Gynecology, along with a Fellowship in Reproductive Medicine recognised by ICOG. She provides personalised fertility consultation, evaluation and treatment planning based on your age, hormone profile, fertility history and previous treatment. From the initial consultation and treatment planning through IVF and follow-up, Dr. Parul remains personally involved throughout your treatment journey and explains each step clearly before you proceed.
- IVF experience: 12,000+ IVF cases
- Registration: MCI 43617
- Address: A-127, Block A, Sector 92, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201304
- Days: Monday to Saturday
- Timings: 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Phone / WhatsApp: 8826738888
- How to reach us: Located on Sampark Marg, Sector 92, Noida, near Sector 92 Park and Little Culford School, with Sector 83 Metro Station nearby.
Related treatments: IUI, ICSI, male infertility, ovulation induction, egg donation.
IVF myths and facts
Myth: IVF always gives twins or triplets.
Fact: Not at all. Twins are more likely when more than one embryo is transferred, which is why single embryo transfer is often preferred.
Myth: IVF guarantees a baby.
Fact: No fertility treatment can promise a pregnancy. A good clinic explains your realistic chances before you begin.
Myth: IVF is only for older women.
Fact: Women of all ages may need IVF, for example for blocked tubes, male factor infertility or endometriosis. Age affects the chances, but it is not the only reason to choose IVF.
Myth: IVF is very painful.
Fact: Injections can cause mild discomfort and bruising. Egg retrieval is done under sedation or anaesthesia, and embryo transfer is usually painless.
Myth: You need complete bed rest after embryo transfer.
Fact: Strict bed rest is not required. Most women can do light daily activities. Follow your doctor’s advice.
Myth: Babies born through IVF are less healthy.
Fact: Most babies born after IVF are healthy. Risks such as early birth are higher mainly in twin pregnancies, which is one more reason to prefer single embryo transfer.
Frequently asked questions
1. How much does IVF treatment in Noida cost?
IVF cost depends on your tests, medicines and individual treatment plan. The cost of IVF treatment in Noida can vary based on the procedures and services required. After your consultation and tests, you will receive a personalised cost estimate based on your treatment needs.
2. How many IVF cycles will I need?
Some couples conceive in the first cycle, and others need two or more. After your tests, the doctor can give you a realistic expectation based on your age and diagnosis.
3. What is the success rate of IVF?
It depends mostly on the woman’s age, the cause of infertility and embryo quality, so there is no single figure for everyone. Chances per cycle are generally higher in younger women. See “What affects IVF success?” above.
4. What is the difference between IUI and IVF?
In IUI, washed sperm is placed in the uterus around ovulation. In IVF, eggs are fertilised in the lab and the embryo is placed in the uterus. IUI is less invasive. IVF is advised when IUI is unlikely to work, or has not worked.
5. Is IVF painful?
You may feel mild discomfort from injections and cramping after egg retrieval. The retrieval itself is done under sedation or anaesthesia.
6. How soon will I know if IVF has worked?
A blood test about 10 to 14 days after embryo transfer shows the result. Your clinic will give you the exact date.
7. Can I continue working during IVF?
Many women do. You will need time off for scans, egg retrieval and transfer. Your doctor can tell you what to expect for your cycle.
8. Do I need to stay in Noida during treatment?
You will need to visit the clinic often for monitoring during stimulation, and around egg retrieval and transfer, so staying nearby is easier. Your doctor will give you your visit schedule.
9. What should I bring to the first consultation?
Bring previous reports, your current medicines list, and the partner’s semen analysis if it has already been done. Both partners are encouraged to attend.
Book a consultation
If you are considering IVF, or are not sure which treatment is right for you, a one-on-one consultation is the best first step. Dr. Parul Agrawal will review your history and tests and explain your options clearly.