Ultrasound Monitorig
for Your IVF Cycle
For IVF monitoring cycles that are out-of-state of your location
To schedule an appointment
Please Call True Health Acupuncture at 702-475-0870
You can also book online on the True Health Acupuncture website.
1535 W Warm Springs, Ste 135
Henderson, Nevada 89014
Testimonials
Michelle A.
My name is Michelle Aukerman. And I just have to say that Joyce at True Health Acupuncture is probably the best ultrasound technician I have ever had in my life and I’ve been through several. She’s very personal and talks through everything and if something goes wrong, she says OK how do we make this right? What’s the next step we need to take? You don’t hear that from any other ultrasound tech, they're so jaded. The comfort environment at True Health Acupuncture is unmatchable. It does not feel like a doctor's office and everybody is so warm but when it comes to Joyce, she is completely unmatched. It’s like having your own mother right there with you. I highly highly recommend her.
Thank you, the Aukerman’s
This is the second pregnancy that I came to Joyce for my outside monitoring. I have been very nervous about the whole process, but Joyce guided me through each and every ultrasound. Although the monitoring went smoothly, upon achieving pregnancy I developed some bleeding. Of course, I panicked. Joyce explained everything that was going on with my bleeding and helped me through this anxious time. I don’t know what I would have done without Joyce’s calm demeanor. And the added bonus is having acupuncture treatment right there at True Health Acupuncture, the office Joyce works out of. I will always be truly thankful for the amazing experience that I received from both Joyce and True Health to be a part of my fertility journey.
Sara P.
Joyce is an exceptional individual who made a significant impact during my IVF journey. I had the privilege of meeting her when I needed support, and she was able to perform ultrasounds when our IVF Dr was unable to accommodate us. Her ability to confirm our twin pregnancy was incredibly reassuring. Joyce took the time to explain everything she was observing, which not only made the experience more memorable but also helped alleviate my anxiety. Her compassionate approach truly made a difference in my experience.
Nicole B
The Journey of a Cell: How PGT is Performed
The process of Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT) is a meticulous journey that begins after embryos are created through in vitro fertilization (IVF). It's a sophisticated procedure designed to analyze the genetic makeup of these early-stage embryos before they are transferred to the uterus.
The first critical step is the embryo biopsy. This is typically performed when the embryo has reached the blastocyst stage, usually on day 5, 6, or 7 of its development. At this point, the embryo has differentiated into two main cell types: the inner cell mass (which will form the fetus) and the trophectoderm (which will form the placenta). A highly skilled embryologist carefully removes a small number of cells (typically 5-10) from the trophectoderm using a laser and a micro-pipette. This biopsy is considered safe for the embryo, as these cells are destined to become part of the placenta and not the baby itself.
Once the cells are biopsied, they are then sent to a specialized genetics laboratory for genetic analysis. The embryos, meanwhile, are typically cryopreserved (frozen) while awaiting the test results. In the lab, the DNA from the biopsied cells is amplified and then analyzed using various advanced genetic techniques, depending on the type of PGT being performed (e.g., PGT-A, PGT-M, PGT-SR). This analysis identifies chromosomal abnormalities or specific genetic mutations.
Finally, based on the comprehensive genetic report, the fertility team can then select the chromosomally normal and/or mutation-free embryos for embryo transfer. This ensures that only the healthiest embryos with the highest potential for a successful pregnancy are chosen, significantly increasing the chances of a healthy live birth.
Starting your cycle
Starting an IVF cycle is stressful enough, doing it with an out-of-state provider just increases that stress. That is why we have developed an out-of state monitoring program to help women that need ultrasound monitoring without having to travel to their provider. We follow your physicians instructions and with be able to accommodate your schedule. Most all cycles, whether retrievals or transfers, will need 2-3 ultrasounds during that cycle. All reports can be faxed or emailed to your physician within 2-3 hours after the exam is finished.
