PGT-A Testing Cost in Thailand: What a Quotation Should Include

If you are comparing PGT-A quotations from clinics in Thailand, the total figure at the bottom of each page can be misleading. Two quotations with the same headline number may cover very different things. One may include biopsy handling and a set number of embryos; another may bill those separately. This guide explains the cost components you should expect to see itemised, which parts of a quotation commonly change, and the questions that help you compare fairly. It does not provide prices, because those depend on the clinic, the laboratory, and your own treatment plan. Use it as a checklist when you speak with each provider.

At a glance

• A useful PGT-A quotation separates IVF/ICSI fees, biopsy handling, genetic laboratory fees, freezing, storage, and medication.
• Per-embryo pricing is common, but the number of embryos tested is rarely known in advance.
• Re-biopsy, re-freezing, and shipping of samples are often excluded or conditional.
• Ask whether the quotation is an estimate or a fixed package, and what triggers an additional charge.
• Request the quotation in writing with a clear validity period.

Why PGT-A quotations are hard to compare directly

PGT-A (preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy) is not a single procedure with one price. It sits on top of an IVF cycle and involves several distinct steps: stimulating and monitoring the cycle, retrieving eggs, fertilising them, growing embryos to a suitable stage, taking a small sample of cells (a biopsy), freezing the embryos, and sending the biopsy samples to a genetics laboratory for analysis. Each step can be priced separately, bundled, or excluded.

Clinics also differ in how they present the information. Some quote a package that covers a set number of embryos; others quote per embryo from the first one. Some include the genetic laboratory fee in the headline figure; others pass it through as a separate charge. This is why the same clinical plan can produce quotations that look very different on paper.

What a PGT-A quotation should itemise

When you request a quotation, ask for a written breakdown rather than a single total. The following categories are the ones most likely to appear. Not every clinic will use these exact labels, but the underlying costs should be identifiable.

IVF cycle and embryology fees

These cover the treatment that produces the embryos in the first place. They may include monitoring scans, blood tests, egg retrieval, sperm preparation, fertilisation (IVF or ICSI), embryo culture, and the embryologist’s time. PGT-A is an add-on to this cycle, so it is worth confirming whether the quotation you are comparing includes the IVF cycle itself or only the genetic testing portion.

Embryo biopsy handling

The biopsy is a laboratory procedure performed on each embryo that reaches the appropriate stage. It involves specialised equipment, an embryologist’s time, and careful handling to protect the embryo. Some quotations include biopsy handling in a package; others charge per embryo. Ask whether the biopsy fee is included, and whether it applies to every embryo or only to those that develop far enough to be sampled.

Genetic laboratory fees per embryo

This is the charge for analysing the biopsy samples at the genetics laboratory. It is often quoted per embryo, because the laboratory’s workload scales with the number of samples. The number of embryos available for testing is not known at the start of a cycle, so this part of the quotation is usually an estimate based on a range. Ask how the clinic handles the difference if fewer or more embryos are suitable for testing than expected.

Embryo freezing (vitrification) and storage

After biopsy, embryos are typically frozen while waiting for results. Freezing may be charged per embryo or as a batch. Storage is usually a recurring fee, often billed annually or monthly, and may start from the day the embryos are frozen. Ask when storage begins, how it is billed, and what happens if you transfer embryos at a later date or move them elsewhere.

Medication

Fertility medications are frequently excluded from quotations because the dose depends on your response to stimulation. Ask whether medication is included, estimated separately, or entirely your responsibility. If it is estimated, ask what that estimate is based on.

Monitoring, blood tests, and consultations

Some clinics include all monitoring visits in a package; others charge per visit or per scan. Confirm whether the quotation covers the full monitoring period or only a set number of appointments.

Embryo transfer

If you plan a frozen embryo transfer after PGT-A results, check whether that transfer is included. It may be quoted separately, and it may involve additional medication, monitoring, and laboratory fees.

Components that commonly change

Even a detailed quotation is usually an estimate, because several variables are not known until the cycle is underway. The table below lists common variables and the questions they raise.

Variable	Why it changes the quotation	Question to ask
Number of embryos suitable for biopsy	Per-embryo fees scale with the number of samples	Is there a minimum or maximum number of embryos included?
Re-biopsy	Some samples may not give a clear result and may need to be repeated	Is re-biopsy included, and is there a charge if it is needed?
Re-freezing	Embryos may need to be frozen again after re-biopsy	Does the quotation cover a second freeze?
Storage duration	Storage is often billed over time	When does storage start, and how is it billed?
Medication dose	Dose depends on your response	Is medication included or estimated separately?
Additional procedures	ICSI, assisted hatching, or other techniques may be added	Are these included, and are they optional?
Currency and payment timing	Exchange rates and payment schedules affect the amount you pay	Which currency is the quotation in, and when are payments due?

Questions to ask when comparing quotations

Use these questions consistently across clinics so you can compare like with like. Write down the answers and keep them with the quotation.

1. Is this quotation a fixed package or an estimate? What could change it?
2. Does the price include the IVF cycle, or only the PGT-A portion?
3. How many embryos are included in the quoted price? What happens if there are more or fewer?
4. Is the biopsy fee separate from the genetic laboratory fee?
5. Are freezing and storage included? For how long?
6. What happens if a sample needs to be re-biopsied or re-analysed?
7. Are medication, monitoring, and the embryo transfer included?
8. Are there any administrative, courier, or sample-shipping charges?
9. What is the quotation’s validity period, and which currency is it in?
10. What is the refund or credit policy if the cycle is cancelled or no embryos are suitable for testing?

How to read a per-embryo fee

A per-embryo fee is common for the genetic laboratory portion of PGT-A. It can be useful because it links the cost to the work performed. However, it also means the total is uncertain until the embryology team knows how many embryos have developed sufficiently. When you see a per-embryo fee, ask whether it applies to all embryos created or only to those that reach the biopsy stage, and whether there is a separate charge for embryos that are frozen but not tested.

What quotations often leave out

Even detailed quotations may exclude some items. These are worth asking about explicitly:

• Pre-treatment consultations and any investigations required before the cycle
• Medication, which is often a significant separate cost
• Travel, accommodation, and time away from work
• Embryo storage after the first included period
• Future frozen embryo transfers
• Genetic counselling, if it is recommended or required
• Any fees related to shipping samples or records to another clinic

Planning your comparison

Start by asking each clinic for a written quotation with the categories above itemised. If a clinic cannot provide a breakdown, ask whether a more detailed estimate is available. Then compare the quotations side by side, noting which items are included, which are estimated, and which are excluded. A quotation that looks higher may include more; one that looks lower may leave out significant costs.

It also helps to ask about the clinic’s process for keeping you informed if costs are likely to change during the cycle. A clear communication plan can reduce financial surprises.

Next steps

• Request written quotations from the clinics you are considering.
• Use the questions above to fill in any gaps.
• Ask for the quotation in a single currency and check the validity period.
• Keep a simple spreadsheet to compare included, estimated, and excluded items.
• Confirm your understanding with the clinic before you commit.

For more context on treatment and planning, you may find our guides on PGT-A cost in Thailand and IVF cost in Thailand useful. You can also explore our patient resources or contact us with questions.

Frequently asked questions

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

It depends on the clinic. Some quotations cover only the genetic testing portion, while others bundle the IVF cycle and PGT-A together. Always ask whether the IVF cycle, medication, monitoring, and embryo transfer are included or billed separately.

Why is the per-embryo fee uncertain at the start?

The number of embryos that develop far enough to be biopsied is not known until the cycle is underway. Because the genetic laboratory fee is often charged per embryo, the final amount can differ from the initial estimate. Ask how the clinic handles this difference.

What should I do if a quotation does not itemise costs?

Ask the clinic for a written breakdown that separates IVF fees, biopsy handling, genetic laboratory fees, freezing, storage, and medication. If a detailed breakdown is not available, ask for a written explanation of what is included and what is not.

Are storage fees for frozen embryos included in the quotation?

Storage is often billed separately and may start from the day the embryos are frozen. Ask when storage begins, how it is billed, and whether an initial period is included in the quotation.

What happens if a biopsy sample needs to be re-analysed?

Re-biopsy or re-analysis may be possible, but it can involve additional laboratory work and freezing. Ask whether these contingencies are covered in the quotation or charged separately.

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.