How many follicles are needed for IVF?
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The "ideal" number varies depending on individual factors. Your doctor will monitor your follicle development during ovarian stimulation and adjust your medication as needed. They're aiming for a good balance between quantity and quality. The goal is to retrieve a sufficient number of mature eggs that can be fertilized and develop into healthy embryos. The goal is to retrieve a sufficient number of mature eggs. A higher number of follicles doesn't always guarantee a higher number of good-quality eggs. Egg quality is just as important as egg quantity, as only healthy eggs can develop into viable embryos.
Your doctor will use an ultrasound to monitor follicle growth and development. The size and number of follicles are carefully tracked to determine the optimal time for egg retrieval. The medication dosage may be adjusted based on the follicle development to achieve the desired response.
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