Gametes are transferred to the fimbrial end of the fallopian tube immediately after ova aspiration.

Requirements

• At least 10 million sperms per millilitre after preparation.
• At least 1 normal Fallopian tube.
• The production of 3 or more oocytes.
  

1. Hormone treatment (superovulation) to ensure the development of several oocytes.
2. Monitoring of follicular growth.
3. Induction of ovulation.
4. The sperm sample is prepared approximately 2 hours before the aspiration of the oocytes.
5. Laparoscopic (general anaesthetic) aspiration of oocytes.
6. Transfer of 3-5 (mature) oocytes plus a sample of sperm into the upper part of the fallopian tube.
7. Pregnancy test (12-15 days after transfer).

Number of visits to centre

• 7 to 10 per cycle for the female
• 2 visits for the male

Clinical pregnancy chance at TMC Fertility Centre is 50% per cycle

GIFT is seldom practised nowadays as the IVF pregnancy rates are now just as good or better. GIFT is suitable for Catholics who find extra – corporeal fertilization unacceptable.