
The trigger injection, also known as the “trigger shot in IVF,” is a hormonal injection used in various fertility therapies, such as IVF and ART. Human chorionic gonadotropin, or HCG, is normally present in a trigger shot. The HCG hormone is responsible for causing an ovary to mature and release an egg.
Why is a trigger shot needed during IVF?
“When it comes to IVF, egg production is crucial. A trigger shot is needed for women undergoing IVF treatment in order for their eggs to mature and be retrievable.”-says Dr. Nisarg Patel who is one of the best IVF doctors …