TANDEM CYCLE TREATMENT
Hope for Women Not Ready to Let Go of Their Own Eggs — With a Backup Plan in Place
A Tandem Cycle offers women the opportunity to pursue IVF using both their own eggs and donor eggs in the same cycle — increasing the chances of pregnancy while maintaining the possibility of a genetically related child.
This option is especially valuable for women who:
At Pearl Fertility, we understand the emotional weight behind choosing donor eggs — and the hope that lives in trying “just one more time” with your own. A tandem cycle lets you do both, with no compromises in quality or care
What Is a Tandem Cycle?
A tandem cycle allows you to:
- Undergo ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval for your own eggs
- Simultaneously use fresh donor eggsas a backup
- Choose the best embryos for transfer based on fertilization outcomes
The key benefit? You don’t have to make a definitive choice between using your own eggs or donor eggs until you see the fertilization results. This approach reduces emotional pressure and maximizes your chances of success — all in one coordinated cycle.
About Our Donor Program
We offer two types of egg donors:
- Personal Donor:A known donor, such as a relative or friend
- Clinic Donor:A screened donor selected through our clinic’s trusted program
All clinic donors:
- Are aged between 20–26 years old
- Complete a detailed non-identifying profile(ethnicity, eye color, education, etc.)
- Are tested for sexually transmitted infections
- Undergo genetic testing, including karyotype and common conditions like Cystic Fibrosis
We use fresh donor eggs in tandem cycles to avoid the risks of freezing and thawing — and to optimize embryo quality and fertilization rates.
How the Tandem Cycle Works
Cycle Synchronization
- Your menstrual cycle is synced with the donor's using hormonal medications
- Both you and the donor start ovarian stimulation at the same time
Stimulation & Monitoring
- You will use hormonal injections to stimulate your ovaries for approximately 10 days
- Ultrasound scans will monitor follicle development in both you and the donor
- Blood tests for hormone levels (AMH, FSH, LH, Estradiol, TSH, Prolactin)
Egg Retrieval & Fertilization
- Your eggs and the donor’s eggs are retrieved on the same day
- All eggs are fertilized using ICSI for optimal success
- The embryologist will monitor fertilization and quality closely
Embryo Transfer
- Based on the number and quality of embryos from each source, the doctor will discuss the best transfer strategy with you
- You may choose to transfer embryos from your eggs, donor eggs, or both
5.Pregnancy Testing
- A blood test (HCG) is performed 12 days after embryo transfer to confirm pregnancy
Travel Options for Cyprus Treatment
Option 1: Full-Cycle in Cyprus (20 Days)
- Arrive on Day 1 or 2 of your period
- Stay for the full cycle, including stimulation, monitoring, retrieval, and transfer
- All tests and scans are completed on-site
Option 2: Start Abroad, Finish in Cyprus (10 Days)
- Begin stimulation in your home country
- Arrive in Cyprus on Day 10
- Complete the trigger shot, egg retrieval, and embryo transfer here
- We assist with coordinating local scans and medication delivery