Our on-site laboratory is fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology to provide our patients with a broad range of services. In addition to in vitro fertilization, ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection), assisted hatching and embryo biopsy/ PGD (for genetic testing) are offered. We coordinate efforts with an urologist when the male partner requires MESA (mid-epididymal sperm aspiration) or TESE (testicular sperm extraction). Egg freezing by both classical and vitrification techniques, as well as sperm cryopreservation can be performed for our patients. Viable embryos will be cryopreserved by both classical and vitrification techniques.
We are licensed by the State of New York Department of Health for these services and the laboratory is routinely inspected by NYSDOH, as well as the FDA.
Having an on-site IVF laboratory enables us to perform all needed services in-house thus providing our patients with superior privacy and full-service care.
Andrology
Prior to undergoing the Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) we specially prepare the semen sample used for this procedure in one of the following ways listed below.
Semen Wash
Semen washing is a procedure in which a semen specimen is prepared for therapeutic insemination. The main purpose for washing semen is to remove the seminal plasma from the ejaculate and concentrate all of the sperm into a small volume for insemination into either the cervix or uterus.
Sperm Isolation
Sperm isolation is a procedure in which the motile sperm is separated from the seminal plasma by using a special medium to isolate sperm from the seminal plasma. This procedure will usually produce a sample enriched with motile sperm and minimal particulate contamination. The specimen is then concentrated into a small volume for insemination into either the cervix or uterus.
Sperm Freezing
Sperm freezing is a procedure in which a sperm sample is stored for later use using cryopreservation. Sperm is frozen in liquid nitrogen and most often thaws well. Conception rates are usually excellent. Using this procedure can guarantee the ready availability of semen required for any of our reproductive techniques where there may be an issue with co-location of the egg and semen when needed.
Endocrinology
Endocrinology is the study of hormones. We analyze and test for reproductive hormone issues.
Immunology
Unexplained infertility may be explained by a deeper look into the mother's immune system.
Westchester Fertility & Reproductive Endocrinology is a private practice with its own in-house IVF lab. We care about your privacy.
Hello Sarah315,
This is probably late, but I wanted you to know that I see Dr. Blotner too. I did get pregnant but m/c at 10 weeks due to high insulin level. I am in the middle of another cycle.
I love Dr. Blotner, he is very professional and I think he cares about his patients too. Let me know if you went to see him.
Posted by "ttclovebaby @ fertilethoughts.com, 08/24/06"
Hi Doctor Blotner & Staff,
Thank you very much for giving me my life back. I appreciate your kindness and caring. I feel good. A lot of people suffer from Uterine Disease and are ashamed to get help or treatment. I will introduce you to anybody who needs treatment because you are the best.
Sincerely, M
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