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Tandem Cycle
A Tandem Cycle is an IVF protocol in which a woman undergoes stimulation and egg retrieval simultaneously with the preparation of donor eggs. This combined approach enhances the likelihood of obtaining viable embryos in a single treatment cycle, providing both emotional support and improved chances of success. At BMP Fertility, we meticulously coordinate Tandem Cycles to offer optimal options for patients with diminished ovarian reserve who still want to use their own eggs.

What Is a Tandem Cycle?
A Tandem Cycle allows the patient to use:
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Her own eggs (after controlled ovarian stimulation),
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Donor eggs (from an approved, screened donor)
simultaneously within the same IVF cycle.
This means:
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If the patient’s own eggs fertilise successfully, those embryos may be prioritised.
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If the number or quality of embryos is low, donor-egg embryos serve as an additional chance of success.
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Some patients choose to keep both sets of embryos.
This approach gives emotional comfort and a practical, clinical safety net in one cycle.
Understanding the Tandem Cycle
Who Should Consider a Tandem Cycle?
A Tandem Cycle may be recommended for:
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Women with low ovarian reserve (low AMH, high FSH)
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Women who have had multiple failed IVF cycles
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Poor responders to ovarian stimulation
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Women over 40 who still wish to attempt using their own eggs
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Couples who want to increase chances of obtaining healthy embryos without fully relying on donor eggs
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Women who wish to balance emotional readiness and clinical success rates
Your doctor at BMP Fertility will assess whether this approach fits your medical and personal needs.
Why Do Some Patients Choose a Tandem Cycle?
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A Tandem Cycle gives patients a practical balance between trying with their own eggs and having the additional support of donor eggs in the same treatment.
It reduces the emotional pressure of relying on a single egg source and increases the likelihood of having healthy embryos in one IVF cycle.
For many women with reduced ovarian reserve, this approach offers both hope and realistic success potential.
What Makes a Tandem Cycle Different From Standard IVF?
Unlike a traditional IVF cycle that depends solely on your own egg development, a Tandem Cycle uses two egg sources at once.
This dual strategy helps avoid cycle cancellation, provides more embryo options and allows your medical team to select the best embryos for transfer.
It is a supportive option for patients who want to maximise outcomes without committing immediately to donor-only treatment.
Why Choose BMP Fertility for a Tandem Cycle?
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Expert medical team with extensive experience in dual-source IVF
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Carefully matched and screened egg donors
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Advanced laboratory technology and time-lapse monitoring
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Custom protocols for low ovarian reserve and poor responders
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High success potential for international patients
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Transparent counselling and personalised treatment plans
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Seamless logistics including airport pickup, hotel coordination and patient support in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Get In Touch Today
Our medical team can analyse your fertility profile and help you determine whether a Tandem Cycle is the right approach for you.

