PGT-A Testing Cost in Thailand: What Is Included and What Is Not

PGT-A testing cost in Thailand is rarely a single number. Most quotations combine several services: embryo biopsy, laboratory genetic analysis, and sometimes IVF cycle components. What is included varies by clinic and by how many embryos are tested. This guide explains the common cost categories, why quotations differ, and the questions that help you compare them fairly. It does not provide prices, because those depend on your clinic, your protocol, and the number of embryos involved.

At a glance

• PGT-A quotations usually bundle biopsy, genetic analysis, and reporting, but the boundaries differ.
• IVF cycle costs, medication, embryo freezing, and storage are often separate.
• Ask whether the quote is per embryo, per batch, or per cycle.
• Confirm what happens if no embryos are suitable for testing or transfer.
• Request a written quotation that lists inclusions, exclusions, and payment timing.

Why PGT-A quotations are not directly comparable

Two clinics can quote for the same treatment and still produce very different totals. One may include biopsy and analysis in a single package; another may charge separately for each embryo. Some quotations include the IVF cycle, while others assume you already have embryos in storage. Currency, exchange rates, and payment schedules add further variation.

For international patients, the practical approach is to compare categories rather than headline figures. Ask each clinic to break the quotation into the components below, then check which items are included, which are optional, and which are billed only if certain steps occur.

Common cost components in a PGT-A quotation

The table below lists categories that may appear in a quotation. It does not show amounts, because those are clinic-specific and can change. Use it as a checklist when you review a written quote.

Category	What it usually covers	What to confirm
IVF cycle	Monitoring, egg retrieval, laboratory fertilisation, and embryo culture	Is the cycle included, or is the quote only for testing?
Embryo biopsy	Removing a small number of cells from each embryo for testing	Is the fee per embryo, or included in a package?
Genetic analysis	Laboratory screening of the biopsy sample for chromosomal number	Is the analysis done in-house or sent to another laboratory?
Reporting	Written results and interpretation for your treating doctor	Is a consultation to discuss results included?
Embryo freezing and storage	Cryopreservation of tested embryos and ongoing storage	Are freezing and storage included for a set period?
Medication	Ovarian stimulation and related prescriptions	Is medication included, or billed separately by a pharmacy?
Monitoring and blood tests	Ultrasound scans and hormone blood tests during the cycle	Are all monitoring visits included, or charged per visit?
Additional procedures	Techniques such as ICSI or assisted hatching, if recommended	Are these optional, and how would they change the total?

What is often bundled

Many quotations group the laboratory side of PGT-A into one line. That may include biopsy, analysis, and a results report. Some clinics also bundle a certain number of embryos into a package, with a separate fee for each additional embryo. If you see a single figure for PGT-A, ask what it covers and whether it has an embryo limit.

Bundling can make a quotation easier to read, but it can also hide the cost of extra steps. For example, a package may include biopsy and analysis but not the IVF cycle that produced the embryos. Always ask which parts of the pathway are inside the package and which are outside.

What is often billed separately

Items outside the PGT-A package commonly include:

• The IVF cycle itself, including monitoring and retrieval
• Fertility medication and pharmacy costs
• Embryo freezing and storage after testing
• Pre-treatment consultations, scans, and blood tests
• Additional laboratory techniques recommended for your case
• Follow-up consultations to discuss results
• Any travel, accommodation, and administrative costs

Some clinics also charge separately for shipping samples to an external genetics laboratory. If the laboratory is not on site, ask who handles the sample, how long results take, and whether transport is included.

How to compare quotations from different clinics

Use the same questions for every clinic so you can compare like with like. A written quotation is more useful than a verbal estimate, because it gives you a document to check.

1. Ask for a written quotation that lists every included service and every exclusion.
2. Confirm whether the PGT-A fee is per embryo, per batch, or per cycle.
3. Ask how many embryos are covered before extra fees apply.
4. Check whether the IVF cycle, medication, and monitoring are inside or outside the quote.
5. Ask what happens if no embryos are available for biopsy or if testing yields no result.
6. Confirm whether freezing, storage, and a results consultation are included.
7. Ask about payment timing, currency, and whether any refund or credit applies if a step is not performed.

Questions to ask before you commit

These questions help you understand the financial and practical shape of treatment. They are not a substitute for clinical advice from your treating doctor.

• What exactly does the PGT-A fee include, and what is excluded?
• Is the price fixed, or can it change during treatment?
• How many embryos does the quotation cover, and what is the fee for each additional embryo?
• Is the genetic analysis performed at the clinic or at another laboratory?
• How long do results usually take, and does that affect storage fees?
• What costs should I expect if the cycle needs to be adjusted or repeated?
• Are there separate charges for consultations, scans, or blood tests?
• What payment methods are accepted, and when is payment due?

Planning beyond the quotation

Cost is one part of planning. International patients also need to consider travel, accommodation, time away from work, and how many visits a cycle may require. Those costs are rarely included in a PGT-A quotation, so it helps to estimate them separately.

It is also worth asking how the clinic communicates results and follow-up plans if you return home. Some patients prefer to stay until results are available; others arrange a remote consultation. Confirm what is possible before you book travel.

For a broader view of IVF cost categories in Thailand, see our guide to IVF cost in Thailand. For more detail on PGT-A specifically, visit PGT-A cost in Thailand. You can also explore patient resources for planning tools, or contact us if you have questions about comparing quotations.

Next steps

Before you commit to a clinic, request a written quotation and compare it against the categories above. Ask the clinic to confirm inclusions, exclusions, and what happens if a step is not performed. If a quotation is unclear, ask for a revised version with each item listed separately. Taking this step can help you avoid surprises and make a more informed decision.

Frequently asked questions

Does a PGT-A quotation in Thailand usually include the IVF cycle?

Not always. Some quotations cover only the biopsy and genetic analysis, while others bundle the IVF cycle. Ask the clinic to state clearly whether monitoring, retrieval, fertilisation, and embryo culture are included or billed separately.

Is PGT-A charged per embryo or as a package?

Both approaches exist. Some clinics charge per embryo tested, while others offer a package that covers a set number of embryos with an additional fee for each extra embryo. Confirm the basis of the fee and any embryo limit before you compare quotations.

What costs are commonly not included in a PGT-A quotation?

Medication, embryo freezing and storage, pre-treatment consultations, monitoring scans, blood tests, and follow-up consultations are often separate. Travel and accommodation are almost never included. Ask for a written list of exclusions.

How can I compare quotations from different clinics fairly?

Use the same checklist for each clinic: ask what is included, what is excluded, whether the fee is per embryo or per cycle, how many embryos are covered, and what happens if no embryos are suitable for testing. A written quotation makes comparison easier.

Can the cost change after I receive a quotation?

It can, depending on your treatment plan, the number of embryos, and any additional procedures your doctor recommends. Ask whether the quotation is fixed or an estimate, and request that any changes be explained in writing before you agree.

Continue your research

• PGT-A testing cost guide
• IVF cost planning
• Patient resources

Medical information notice: This article is educational and does not replace individual assessment, diagnosis, genetic counselling or treatment advice from a licensed clinician. Provider services, availability, fees and policies should be verified directly before booking.