The application called embryo pool or pool method is a method that increases the chance of pregnancy. At the same time, it causes the expectant mother to be exposed to less hormone drugs and offers the opportunity to keep the costs of IVF treatment at a minimal level. The beginning of this method is the collection of two or more eggs from the expectant mother. Then the collected eggs are transformed into embryos and frozen in the laboratory environment. Embryos are held together and thawed. If necessary, it is placed in the uterus by making follow-ups.

In the pool technique applied in IVF treatment, two or more eggs must be collected and the obtained embryos must be frozen with the right technology and techniques before embryo transfer is performed. The technologies of IVF centers and their experience in embryo freezing are critically important for the success of the method. In general, it is recommended to apply an embryo pool in patients with reduced egg reserves or in patients who have not been able to obtain results from IVF treatment in the previous period.

How is the Pool Method Made?

After egg collection, embryo freezing is performed when the planned numbers for embryo transfer or selection cannot be obtained. The transfer is suspended and treatment is started for egg retrieval again. The egg collection phase can be repeated until the embryo is frozen in sufficient numbers and at the appropriate developmental stage.

Advantages of Embryo Pool in IVF Treatment

Thanks to the embryo pool application, the number of embryos to be transferred to women with reduced ovarian reserves can be increased and since the embryos are thawed simultaneously, they can be followed up to advanced developmental stages. Therefore, embryos with high adhesion potential and those with genetically healthy characteristics can be selected. Thus, the chance of pregnancy can be increased with IVF treatment.

Another advantage of the embryo pool method is that it reduces the costs of IVF treatment. In the second and third collection processes, the cost is reduced by approximately 50%. Therefore, it provides an advantage for couples who cannot apply for IVF treatment because they are afraid of financial difficulties. By making it possible to transfer more embryos, the embryo pool reduces possible concerns for couples and provides them with continued resistance to treatment. As a result, IVF treatment brings anxiety as well as hope. Helping couples to reduce their anxiety is also considered among the advantages of the method.