IVF in Pakistan — Costs, Clinics, Process and What to Expect
IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) is available in Pakistan at specialist fertility clinics in major cities. This guide covers the process, costs, and what to expect.
When Is IVF Recommended?
- Blocked or damaged fallopian tubes
- Severe male factor infertility (low count, motility, or morphology)
- Endometriosis-related infertility
- Unexplained infertility after other treatments
- Premature ovarian failure (using donor eggs)
- Multiple IUI (intrauterine insemination) failures
The IVF Process in Pakistan
Step 1 — Initial Consultation and Tests
Both partners undergo comprehensive fertility workup: semen analysis, hormonal blood tests (FSH, LH, AMH, thyroid), uterine and ovarian ultrasound.
Step 2 — Ovarian Stimulation
Daily hormone injections for 10-14 days to stimulate multiple egg production. Monitored by regular ultrasound scans.
Step 3 — Egg Retrieval
Minor surgical procedure under sedation to collect eggs from the ovaries.
Step 4 — Fertilisation
Eggs fertilised with partner's sperm in the laboratory. Embryos monitored for 3-5 days.
Step 5 — Embryo Transfer
Best embryo(s) transferred to the uterus. Progesterone support given. Pregnancy test in 10-14 days.
IVF Success Rates in Pakistan
Average success rates (live birth per cycle) at reputable Pakistani clinics: 35-45% for women under 35, decreasing with age. Success rates vary significantly by clinic quality.
IVF Costs in Pakistan (2025)
- One IVF cycle: Rs. 400,000 – 800,000 (approximately £1,100-£2,200)
- Medications: Rs. 100,000 – 200,000 additional
- ICSI (advanced sperm injection): Add Rs. 50,000 – 100,000
Reputable IVF Clinics in Pakistan
- Assisted Reproduction Unit, Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi
- Bilal Hospital IVF Centre, Lahore
- Fertility Care Clinic, Islamabad
- Doctors Hospital IVF Unit, Lahore
Islamic Perspective on IVF
IVF using the husband's sperm and wife's eggs is permitted by the majority of Islamic scholars when conducted within a valid marriage. Donor eggs or sperm from outside the marriage are more contested — consult a qualified Islamic scholar for your specific situation.
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