Oocytes are at present recovered by two main techniques

• Ultrasound oocyte recovery

This is a technique of choice in the majority of cases since it is a less invasive procedure , the post operative period is less uncomfortable and excellent results are achieved with it. A vaginal ultrasound probe with an attached needle guide is passed into the vagina under sterile conditions and a needle passed through the top of the vagina into the ovary, The follicles are then aspirated until oocytes are obtained.


• Laparoscopic oocyte recovery

Originally , oocytes were always collected laparoscopically , at present on occasions , patients are recommended to have a laparoscopic oocyte recovery only when GIFT was performed.