Giving Embryos the Extra Push They Need
Even the most promising embryos sometimes need help completing one final, crucial step: breaking out of their shell to implant into the uterus. At Sparsh IVF, Laser Assisted Hatching (LAH) is a highly precise technique we use to gently assist embryos in this process — improving implantation rates, especially in cases where success has been elusive.
When embryos are strong but struggle to attach, LAH can make all the difference.
Every embryo is surrounded by a protective outer shell called the zona pellucida. For successful implantation, the embryo must naturally hatch out of this shell before embedding into the uterine lining.
In some cases — especially with older eggs, frozen embryos, or repeated IVF failure — this hatching process may not occur efficiently on its own.
Assisted hatching is a micromanipulation technique where a tiny opening is made in the zona pellucida, allowing the embryo to hatch more easily after transfer.
At Sparsh IVF, we use laser technology to perform assisted hatching with unmatched precision and safety.
A computer-guided laser beam is used to create a small hole or thinning in the zona without damaging the inner embryo cells. This process is done on Day 3 or Day 5 embryos, just before transfer.
Benefits of using laser technology:
Laser Assisted Hatching is often recommended for:
We assess the need for LAH on a case-by-case basis, based on embryo morphology and your medical history.
Laser Assisted Hatching is an optional, add-on technique, only advised when there’s clear clinical benefit.
Studies show that implantation rates can improve by 15–20% in select cases using LAH — particularly in:
At Sparsh IVF, we use strict selection criteria for LAH to ensure effectiveness without unnecessary intervention.
Yes — when done by skilled embryologists in a high-quality IVF lab, LAH is extremely safe. Our lab conditions ensure:
No pain or sedation is needed, and the entire procedure is completed within minutes.
Whether it’s your first IVF cycle or your fourth, our goal is implantation — not just fertilization. With Laser Assisted Hatching, we bring you one step closer.
At Sparsh IVF, we offer LAH as part of our customized IVF treatment plans. The cost is affordable and discussed in advance — with no hidden charges. We also provide financial counseling and easy EMI options for eligible patients.
Embryos already work hard to grow, divide, and survive. When the time comes for them to implant, Laser Assisted Hatching helps ensure nothing stands in their way — especially when they’ve already made it this far.
Book a consultation today to learn if Laser Assisted Hatching is right for you — and let us give your embryo that gentle push toward new life.
Sometimes, all it takes is a microscopic opening — to let hope in.
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