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Laser Assisted Hatching

💠 Laser Assisted Hatching (LAH)

Laser Assisted Hatching (LAH) is an advanced micromanipulation technique used in In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) to enhance embryo implantation. It involves creating a small opening in the outer shell (zona pellucida) of the embryo using a precise laser beam, making it easier for the embryo to “hatch” and attach to the uterine lining. At Phular IVF Hospital, Muzaffarpur, LAH is performed using state-of-the-art laser systems by experienced embryologists to improve IVF success rates.

Laser Assisted Hatching IVF

🔬 What is Laser Assisted Hatching?

During natural conception, an embryo must break through its protective outer shell (zona pellucida) to implant in the uterus. Sometimes, this shell is thicker or harder, especially in older women or frozen embryos, making implantation difficult. Laser Assisted Hatching gently thins or opens the zona pellucida with a highly focused laser, increasing the chances of successful implantation.

🎯 When is Laser Assisted Hatching Recommended?

LAH is particularly beneficial in the following cases:

  • Women aged 35 years or above
  • Thick or hardened zona pellucida detected in embryos
  • Repeated IVF or ICSI failures
  • Frozen–thawed embryos (FET cycles)
  • Poor embryo quality or slow embryo development
  • Elevated FSH or low ovarian reserve

⚙️ How is Laser Assisted Hatching Done?

  1. The embryo (usually at the blastocyst or day-3 stage) is placed under a microscope equipped with a precision laser.
  2. A controlled laser pulse is used to create a tiny opening or thinning in the embryo’s outer shell.
  3. The process is non-contact — no physical tool touches the embryo.
  4. The embryo is then transferred to the uterus for implantation.

💡 Advantages of Laser Assisted Hatching

  • Increases implantation and pregnancy rates
  • Completely safe and precise — no harm to the embryo
  • Ideal for older patients or those with repeated IVF failures
  • Improves embryo attachment in the uterus
  • Fast, controlled, and highly accurate compared to chemical or mechanical methods

🩺 Is LAH Safe?

Yes. LAH is a safe, advanced, and effective procedure performed by trained embryologists. The use of non-contact infrared lasers ensures minimal risk of embryo damage. At Phular IVF Hospital, every step is conducted under sterile and precise laboratory conditions.

🏥 Laser Assisted Hatching at Phular IVF Hospital, Muzaffarpur

Our fertility lab is equipped with the latest micromanipulation and laser systems that enable precise embryo handling. Phular IVF specialists evaluate each case individually to decide if LAH is beneficial, ensuring personalized fertility care for every couple.

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