Advanced IVF Procedure

Laser Assisted
Hatching

Advanced IVF Support for Better Implantation

A precision laser technique that gently thins the embryo's outer shell — supporting natural hatching and improving the chances of successful implantation in selected IVF cycles.

NABH Accredited ISO Certified Lab 10,000+ IVF Cycles
Implantation rates up to 22%↑
Precision Micron-Level Laser
Understanding the Procedure

What is Laser Assisted Hatching?

Laser Assisted Hatching (LAH) is a delicate procedure that softens the outer zona pellucida — the protective shell surrounding an embryo. By creating a precise micro-opening, the embryo is supported to "hatch" and attach to the uterine wall.

Performed within hours before embryo transfer, LAH is recommended for selected IVF patients where natural hatching may be compromised — increasing the likelihood of implantation success.

Micron-Level Precision

Computer-guided laser pulses with no thermal damage.

Cutting-Edge Technology

Latest generation laser system used in elite IVF labs.

Safe & Painless

Non-invasive — performed only on the embryo in the lab.

Better Implantation

Clinically associated with improved IVF outcomes.

Who May Benefit

When is Laser Assisted Hatching Recommended?

Not every IVF patient needs assisted hatching. Our embryologists carefully evaluate each case and recommend LAH when clinical indicators support improved outcomes.

Advanced Maternal Age

Recommended for women 37+ where the zona may be thicker.

Frozen-Thawed Embryos

Vitrified embryos can develop a hardened outer shell.

Thick Embryo Outer Layer

Detected during embryo evaluation before transfer.

Previous Implantation Failure

Where prior IVF cycles did not result in implantation.

Poor Embryo Morphology

Selected cases where embryo grading suggests benefit.

Selected Fertility Cases

Recommended by our fertility specialists individually.

How It Works

Procedure Overview

A carefully orchestrated process — each step performed under laboratory-grade precision.

1

Embryo Development

Cultured and monitored to ideal stage.

2

Embryo Assessment

Embryologists evaluate readiness.

3

Laser Opening

Precision laser thins zona pellucida.

4

Embryo Monitoring

Continuous evaluation post-procedure.

5

Embryo Transfer

Treated embryo transferred to uterus.

Why Patients Choose LAH

Benefits of Laser Assisted Hatching

Supports Implantation

Helps the embryo successfully attach to the uterine lining.

Better Embryo Hatching

Aids natural hatching when the zona is thicker than ideal.

Enhanced IVF Outcomes

Linked with improved pregnancy rates in selected cycles.

Supports Selected Patients

Personalized to your fertility profile and embryo grade.

Non-Invasive Lab Control

Performed safely in the embryology lab — never in your body.

Improved Clinical Outcomes

Backed by clinical evidence and decades of IVF research.

The Science

Why It Improves IVF Outcomes

As embryos age or are frozen, the zona pellucida can naturally thicken — making it harder for the blastocyst to hatch and attach to the uterine wall.

The micron-level laser opening allows the embryo to emerge more easily during the critical implantation window — supporting attachment, embryo signaling, and downstream pregnancy success.

This is why our team recommends Laser Assisted Hatching for selected IVF cycles.

22%↑ Implantation
18%↑ Live Birth Rate
4–7μ Laser Precision
Before Natural hatching
After Laser-assisted
Our Specialists

Meet Our Fertility Experts

Decades of experience together with the latest IVF technologies — guiding you on every step of your fertility journey.

Dr. Geetha Dadgekar Director of IVF Procedures
20+ years Reproductive Medicine
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Dr. Anusha Rao Sr. Embryologist
15+ years Embryology
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Dr. Karthik Subramanian IVF Consultant
12+ years Andrology
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FAQ

Common Questions

Is Laser Assisted Hatching painful?

No. The procedure is performed entirely on the embryo in the embryology lab — there is no physical sensation for the patient and no impact on the embryo's viability.

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