Fertility Glossary

Private fertility treatment

Treatment you pay for yourself at a licensed clinic.

NHS & fertility access

Private clinics are regulated by the HFEA in the same way as NHS clinics. Prices and what they include vary, so ask for a written, itemised quote.

Also known as: self-funded IVF, self-funding, private IVF

Related United Kingdom guides

Budgeting for Fertility Treatment

Planning tools

Fertility Budget Planner

Sources

HFEA — Choose a fertility clinic

Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

Related terms

Treatment quote

A written estimate of the cost of your personal treatment plan.

Treatment package

A bundle of treatment steps sold for one price.

HFEA-licensed clinic

A UK clinic licensed by the HFEA to provide regulated treatments.

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