FAQs - Reciprocal IVF

Is endometrial preparation possible with the use of oral pills only?

In treatments using the ROPA method, is the sperm donor chosen according to the physical characteristics of the genetic mother or the pregnant woman?

By Jon Ander Agirregoikoa M.D. (gynecologist).

What is reciprocal IVF?

By Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).

Can I become a single mother in Spain?

By Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).

What medical requirements are there for co-IVF?

By Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).

How much does reciprocal IVF cost?

By Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).

Natural vs. stimulated cycle, which is better during the IVF endometrial preparation phase?

By Mark P. Trolice M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.E. (reproductive endocrinologist).

How is the sperm donor chosen for co-IVF?

By Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).

Why has sperm quality experienced such a dramatical decrease amongst males in the past few years?

By Emilio Gómez Sánchez B.Sc., Ph.D. (senior embryologist).

What are the steps of reciprocal IVF?

By Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).

Is reciprocal IVF covered by insurance?

By Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist).

Is donor insemination for lesbian couples available on the NHS?

By Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist).

Can you revoke a third-party reproduction agreement in Spain?

By Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).

What legal aspects of reciprocal IVF are there to consider?

By Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).

How can I become a sperm donor in Spain?

By Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).

Can leftover embryos from reciprocal IVF be transferred to the woman who donated her eggs?

By Sergio Rogel Cayetano M.D. (gynecologist).

How does reciprocal or co-IVF work?

By Rebeca Jiménez Alfaro M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist).

Can donor-conceived children discover the identity of their donor in Spain?

By Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).

What is the difference between the ROPA method and donor IUI?

By Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).

How much do fertility treatments cost in Spain?

By Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).

What legal considerations are there for co-IVF?

By Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).

Can leftover embryos from co-IVF be transferred to either woman?

By Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).

What are the symptoms caused by endometrial preparation treatments?

By Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist).

What are the success rates of egg donation in Spain?

By Andrea Rodrigo B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).

Reciprocal IVF vs. donor insemination, what's better?

By Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist).

Is IVF for lesbian couples available on the NHS?

By Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist).

What hormone is responsible for preparing the endometrium during the proliferative phase? When is it administered?

By Rebeca Reus BSc, MSc (embryologist).

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