
What happens during in vitro fertilization may differ slightly from clinic, but a typical treatment follows the main steps described on this article.
FOR WOMEN
STEP 4: Collecting the eggs
You’ll be sedated and your eggs will be collected using a needle that’s passed through your vagina and into each ovary under ultrasound guidance. This is a minor procedure that takes about 15 to 20 minutes. Some women experience cramps or a small amount of vaginal bleeding after this procedure.