Conventional in vitro fertilisation (IVF)

In conventional IVF, eggs collected at egg retrieval are placed together with prepared sperm in a culture dish, and fertilisation is left to happen on its own overnight, rather than being assisted by injecting a single sperm into each egg. It is generally used when semen parameters are adequate. The embryology team checks the following morning for signs of normal fertilisation. Whether conventional IVF or ICSI is recommended depends on semen quality and, sometimes, on findings from previous cycles; this is a clinical decision made with your fertility team.

Also known as: IVF insemination, standard IVF, conventional insemination, test tube baby

Last reviewed: 9 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.