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Create a family with Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET)

Frozen Embryo Transfer is for those who have previously undertaken a cycle of IVF or IVF + ICSI. Speak with an advisor and we’ll figure out if it’s right for you.

What is a Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET)?

For those who have previously undertaken a cycle of IVF or IVF + ICSI, your remaining embryos may have been frozen for later transfer. FET (Frozen Embryo Transfer) is the process of thawing and using these embryos in a new treatment cycle, without going through all the steps of IVF or IVF + ICSI.

The Frozen Embryo Transfer process

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Ultrasound scans
Ultrasound scans will be carried out at your preferred location, to check that the uterine lining is ready for embryo transfer. When this happens, your embryo transfer procedure can be arranged.
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Embryos thawing and selection
The frozen embryos are thawed and assessed for their suitability.
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Embryo transfer
Once an embryo is selected, it is gently inserted into the uterus using a catheter, guided by ultrasound.
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Ultrasound check
After the catheter is removed the ultrasound checks to see if the embryo has been transferred successfully.
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You take a pregnancy test
Finally, a pregnancy test will be taken, usually around two weeks later. Our advisors will be there to discuss next steps following the pregnancy test.

More about FET

As the embryos will have already been created during IVF and frozen, FET means that initial ovarian stimulation is not needed. There are two ways that embryos may be replaced, depending on your age and fertility history. In every case, Apricity’s expert consultants will decide which treatment is right for you, whether embryo transfer during a natural cycle, or in a cycle with hormone supplements.

What are the success rates for FET?

Due to advances in freezing techniques, success rates when using frozen embryos are just as high as when fresh embryos are used. Embryos can be stored for up to ten years, and successful FET treatments are not dependent on the length of time they have been frozen.

Total cost: £2,695

Transparent Prices. No surprises.

Works best for...

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Surplus embryos

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Egg donor recipients

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Planned embryo freeze

Usual Patient Profile

You are a good candidate if you meet any of the following critera:

→ Women who have had IVF or ICSI treatment with surplus embryos

→ Women who have had a planned embryo freeze (due to social reasons, OHSS risk, raised progesterone levels, etc.)

→ Egg donor recipients

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Book a consultation with a fertility advisor

Our approach to IVF is different

All inclusive pricing and as much at-home care as possible.

Our costs may look higher. But, you won’t get any surprises.

Fixed Treatment Cycle Cost

One fixed price covers the essential aspects of your treatment cycle, including consultations, blood tests, ultrasounds, and personalised support from our dedicated team. This structure keeps your initial costs predictable and transparent.

Medication Tailored to You

We know that every individual responds differently to treatment, so we design a medication protocol based on your specific diagnostic results and health profile. Rather than paying for a one-size-fits-all medication package, you’ll only pay for the exact medication you need, allowing for truly personalised treatment.

Total cost: £2,695

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No unexpected payments

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Dedicated advisor & Apricity app

What's included?

YOUR TREATMENT: Embryo thawing, Embryology, Embryo transfer.

CONSULTATIONS: Treatment planning doctors consultation, nurse consultation, 1 supportive counselling sessions with an independent counsellor, follow up consultations.

MONITORING: All follicle tracking and endometrial thickness ultrasound scans and hormone monitoring blood tests as required throughout your cycle. Pregnancy blood test and early pregnancy ultrasound scan.

REGULATORY FEES: All HFEA fees

ADMINISTRATION: All administration and documentation relating to your care and record keeping for 30 years as per HFEA code of practice.

BESPOKE JOURNEY: Virtual Consultations for your convenience. Flexible blood tests and ultrasound scans at a choice of our 160+ regional facilities (Multiple locations possible based on local availability). Extended hours support. Option for some blood tests to take place at home.

DEDICATED ADVISOR: Fertility Advisor available 7 days a week on extended hours to support you with any queries or questions throughout your journey.

COMPANION APP: Access to Apricity's in-house App to give you control and enable you to keep track of your treatment. Including medication information and reminders, appointment schedule, personalised guidance about your treatment, live chat with Apricity advisor team.

Apricity aims to provide an all-inclusive and transparent upfront agreement. Our packages are designed to include all the required consultations, scans, blood tests, procedures and fees associated with a typical treatment cycle. However there may be less common tests or treatment additions that will be discussed with you if recommended or required.

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Treatment

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Routine screening blood tests

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Sedation

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Egg collection

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Embryology

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ICSI

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Embryo transfer

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Blastocyst culture (as applicable)

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Freezing of embryos including 1 year of storage

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Monitoring

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Follicle tracking ultrasound scans (max. 4 stimulation scans included)

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Hormone monitoring blood tests (max. 4 fertility blood tests - OEST, LH, PROG - included)

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Pregnancy blood test

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Early pregnancy ultrasound scan (as applicable)

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Consultations

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Treatment planning consultation

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Nurse consultation

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Supportive counselling

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Follow up consultation (as applicable)

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Medications

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Down-regulation (if required)

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Stimulation medication (if required)

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Bespoke journey

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Blood test at home with self kit or at an Apricity partner clinic

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Ultrasound at a partner clinic

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Telephone consultations

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Online consultations (when possible)

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Drug delivery at work, home or other location of your choice

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7/7 Support

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Fertility Advisor available 7 days a week during extended hours

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App

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Offers medically certified guidance on fertility assessment, information on treatment, videos and other helpful medical content

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What's included:

YOUR TREATMENT: Embryo thawing, Embryology, Embryo transfer.

CONSULTATIONS: Treatment planning doctors consultation, nurse consultation, 1 supportive counselling sessions with an independent counsellor, follow up consultations.

MONITORING: All follicle tracking and endometrial thickness ultrasound scans and hormone monitoring blood tests as required throughout your cycle. Pregnancy blood test and early pregnancy ultrasound scan.

REGULATORY FEES: All HFEA fees

ADMINISTRATION: All administration and documentation relating to your care and record keeping for 30 years as per HFEA code of practice.

BESPOKE JOURNEY: Virtual Consultations for your convenience. Flexible blood tests and ultrasound scans at a choice of our 160+ regional facilities (Multiple locations possible based on local availability). Extended hours support. Option for some blood tests to take place at home.

DEDICATED ADVISOR: Fertility Advisor available 7 days a week on extended hours to support you with any queries or questions throughout your journey.

COMPANION APP: Access to Apricity's in-house App to give you control and enable you to keep track of your treatment. Including medication information and reminders, appointment schedule, personalised guidance about your treatment, live chat with Apricity advisor team.

Apricity aims to provide an all-inclusive and transparent upfront agreement. Our packages are designed to include all the required consultations, scans, blood tests, procedures and fees associated with a typical treatment cycle. However there may be less common tests or treatment additions that will be discussed with you if recommended or required.

What’s not included

- Repeat treatment screening

- Repeat pre-treatment diagnostics

The following are not considered included in a typical cycle, however may be required or recommended for your own personal situation or at your treating clinic:

- Donor Sperm, external clinic charges, and associated implications counselling

- Time-lapse imaging

- Endometrial Scratching

- Saline Scans and HyCoSy

- Hysteroscopy

- Non-routine tests including but not exclusive to Natural Killer Cells, DNA Fragmentation, PGT-A, Zika Testing

- Storage of embryos

- Medication charged separately

Additional services

We are committed to providing a fertility journey based around your needs and preferences. Explore our additional services, which you can add to enhance your package upfront or any stage of your treatment.

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Blood Tests

At home with a nurse

Egg, Sperm & Embryo Storage

Per year, additional storage

Cost

+£222

+£360

Frozen Embryo Transfer FAQs


When does a frozen embryo transfer take place?

The embryo transfer will take place during your usual ovulation window. This is typically between day 17-21 of your cycle.

How long does frozen embryo transfer take?

The whole embryo transfer process takes 2-3 weeks. This dates from the transfer of the embryo to the uterus, to the date at which it is determined whether implantation has been successful. Learn more about

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Does embryo transfer hurt?

Embryo transfer does not usually hurt, although it may be uncomfortable. The level of discomfort can be compared to a smear test. If you are concerned about the pain from frozen embryo transfer, please speak to your doctor ahead of the procedure.

How long after a frozen embryo transfer do you get symptoms of pregnancy?

If successful, you may experience early pregnancy symptoms in around two weeks. This includes fatigue, discharge, headaches, spotting, cramping, sore breasts, bloating and nausea.

What is the survival rate of thawing embryos? Will all embryos survive the thaw?

Generally, around 9 out of 10 embryos will survive the freezing and thawing process. Very rarely, no embryos survive. Sometimes, the embryos that survive lose a cell or two. As long as 50% of the original cells survive the thawing, the chances of success will not be significantly affected.

We will speak to you before and after the embryo transfer, and the embryology team will always be available to advise on the embryo quality which is about to be transferred.

Frozen embryos versus fresh embryos: which have better success rates?

Initially, fresh embryos were thought to have better success rates than frozen embryos. However, improvements in embryo freezing techniques have helped frozen embryo transfer success rates increase year after year, making them very similar to success rates with fresh cycles. According to the

, “patients can now be reassured that freezing their embryos gives them as much chance of success as having fresh cycles.”

Do embryos stored longer have worse rates of success?

Research around the storage periods is ongoing, but it is not thought that the amount of time that an embryo is in storage affects success. Embryos are stored at around -200°C temperatures and once frozen, do not change.

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