Monitoring is a necessary component of your in vitro fertilization (IVF) cycle. If you’re planning a vacation any time soon, you’ll need to find a outside monitoring service at a fertility clinic at your destination. Here’s why your IVF monitoring should continue, even while you’re taking a much-needed break.

Daily Testing Is Common

Most fertility clinics recommend daily testing, including blood tests and ultrasounds. Even missing a day of test results can affect a pregnancy. For example, your fertility clinic will want to keep a close watch on your hormone levels. During your IVF cycle, estrogen levels should rise. If it decreases, many doctors opt to stop treatment and begin the cycle again. If you plan on being away for a significant period of time, you’ll need outside monitoring to stay on track with hormone levels. 

Test Results Affect Medications

Monitoring also catches potential adverse effects caused by fertility medications, such as headaches, bloating, hot flashes, and mood swings. In rare cases, more serious side effects include ectopic pregnancies and ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome, both of which could be life-threatening. Your doctor might need to make daily changes to doses or even change medicines altogether if testing finds an unexpected result. Outside monitoring can also help you access new medication if needed.

Because Oahu is a such a popular vacation destination, Pacific In Vitro Fertilization Institute provides efficient outside monitoring services. This fertility clinic offers same-day results for blood level testing and ultrasounds, which can be transferred to your physician to make any changes based on the specifics of your cycle. Your physician can contact the Oahu clinic before your trip, and when you arrive, you’ll have access to quality care with little disruption to your holiday. Call (808) 946-2226 or visit the website for more information on outside monitoring for your vacation.