IVF Treatment Availability at Clayo Clinic
| IVF at Clayo Clinic - restrictions | |
|---|---|
| Woman maximum age | 49 |
| Single woman | Not allowed |
| Same sex female couples | Not allowed |
| HIV (female) | Allowed |
| HIV (male) | Allowed |
| HCV / HBV (female) | Allowed |
| HCV / HBV (male) | Allowed |
At Clayo Clinic, egg recipient patients are accepted for treatment up to the age of 49 (specifically, 48 years plus 365 days). The clinic currently does not offer treatment to single women or female same-sex couples using the ROPA method. Patients who are HIV, HCV, or HBV positive — both male and female — may be eligible for treatment following a consultation with one of the clinic’s doctors to assess individual circumstances and ensure safe and appropriate care.
About Clayo Clinic
Clayo Clinic is located on the 3rd floor of a modern, fully accessible building equipped with an elevator, ensuring ease of access for all patients, including those with mobility challenges. Inside, the clinic offers a welcoming and supportive environment, with additional services such as acupuncture, physiotherapy, and coaching available to enhance patient well-being. The facility includes one fully equipped laboratory, two operating theatres, and a shared recovery room with six beds, designed to provide comfortable post-treatment care in a calm and monitored setting. Clayo Clinic prioritizes safety and holds SUKL and ISO9001:2016 accreditation.
Clayo Clinic is a family-owned, independent fertility clinic founded in 1998 by Dr. Daniel Hlinka, PhD – a pioneer of human embryology in the former Czechoslovakia. Dr. Hlinka performed the country’s first ICSI fertilization in 1993 and has since helped thousands of couples achieve their dream of parenthood. His work and innovations in embryology have contributed to the birth of over 5,000 children.
Throughout his career – both at Clayo Clinic and previously at Prague Fertility Centre – Dr. Hlinka has introduced breakthrough techniques that are now widely used as standard practice in IVF clinics around the world. The clinic provides cutting-edge diagnostic tools and lab techniques such as Hybrid PGT-A (preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy), EmbryoScope time-lapse monitoring, assisted hatching, and EmbryoGlue to support embryo implantation.
For male fertility, Clayo Clinic uses a variety of sperm retrieval and selection methods including Optim ICSI, DNA fragmentation, MESA, TESE, LAISS, MACS, MFSS, LAZT, Microchip, and Swim-out to improve fertilisation outcomes. As an alternative to PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy, the clinic offers Sanakin®—an innovative treatment that uses the patient’s own blood to produce an autologous, cytokine-rich serum (ACRS).
This method helps regulate inflammation and supports tissue regeneration, making it a powerful tool in restoring the health of reproductive organs and increasing the chances of successful embryo implantation. Sanakin® stands out for its high concentration of anti-inflammatory cytokines and growth factors, and because it relies solely on the patient’s own blood, it’s a completely safe and natural approach.
Experience and Medical Team at Clayo Clinic
At Clayo Clinic, your journey to parenthood is guided by Dr. Daniel Hlinka, a pioneer in embryology. As the CEO and Clinic Owner, as well as an ESHRE Senior Embryologist and Head of Laboratory, he personally oversees the development of your embryos, ensuring the highest standards of care at every stage.
Dr. Hlinka played a key role in a groundbreaking moment in Czech reproductive medicine—he was behind the first successful fertilization using the ICSI method in the Czech Republic in 1993. ICSI procedure is where a selected sperm is injected into the egg under a microscope. He also developed a unique method called Optim ICSI, which helps identify the ideal moment of egg maturation. This approach increases the chances of creating high-quality embryos, giving you the best possible outcome for a healthy pregnancy.
“More than 20 years ago, I established the principle of fighting for every embryo, and I continue to uphold it today.” Dr. Daniel Hlinka
In 2010, Dr. Hlinka was among the pioneers worldwide to introduce continuous embryo monitoring using the Time-lapse System (TLS). This advanced technology allows embryos to develop undisturbed while capturing key moments of their growth. It provides valuable insights and enables more objective scoring, helping to select the embryos with the highest potential for a successful pregnancy.
What makes Dr. Hlinka’s story even more powerful is that, at the time, he had no idea how personally meaningful this breakthrough would become. Twelve years later, after facing his own challenges with infertility, he and his wife Zuzana turned to ICSI to build their family. In the spring of 2006, they welcomed their twins, Nikol and Samuel. Having experienced both the struggle to conceive and the joy of overcoming it, the Hlinkas found their passion in helping others do the same.
At Clayo Clinic, you’ll find a dedicated team of 3 experienced doctors and 6 skilled embryologists (including the clinic owner, dr. Daniel Hlinka) working together to support your fertility journey. The clinic is ESHRE accredited, which means they meet strict European standards in reproductive medicine.
Meet Dr. Radka Jarošová – Head of IVF at Clayo Clinic
Dr. Radka Jarošová is the Head Physician of the IVF programme at Clayo Clinic, bringing over 20 years of experience in fertility medicine. She graduated from the First Faculty of Medicine at Charles University in Prague and obtained her certification in gynaecology and obstetrics in 2004, followed by specialisation in reproductive medicine in 2010.
Throughout her career, Dr. Jarošová has held leading positions at several respected IVF centres in the Czech Republic, including Gennet and Pronatal, where she helped thousands of patients on their journey to parenthood. She is also a co-author of numerous scientific studies and publications in the field of reproductive medicine.
Known for her compassionate approach and excellent communication with patients, Dr. Jarošová speaks both Czech and English. Her empathy, combined with clinical expertise, contributes to the high success rates achieved at Clayo Clinic.
Patient Care at Clayo Clinic
International patients are well supported, thanks to IVF coordinators and specialized staff who assist with translation. The team speaks fluent English and also communicates in Czech, German, Serbian, Croatian, and Russian, making the process smoother and more comfortable for patients from around the world.
Clayo Clinic goes the extra mile to ensure you feel comfortable throughout your treatment. From your very first visit, your personal coordinator will be by your side, guiding you through each step of the process and answering all your questions. The entire team will make you feel like part of their family during your time at the clinic—until you start your own.
IVF Costs at Clayo Clinic
| Basic IVF packages cost at Clayo Clinic | |
|---|---|
| Intrauterine insemination (IUI) | N/A |
| Artificial insemination with donor (AID) | N/A |
| IVF with own eggs | from €4,400 |
| Egg donation IVF | from €4,900 |
| Embryo donation | from €2,500 |
| Egg freezing | €2,500 |
| Sperm donation | from €4,900 (IVF with own eggs + donor sperm) |
| ROPA | N/A |
| Surrogacy | N/A |
IVF with own eggs at Clayo Clinic starts from €4,400, while egg donation IVF is available from €4,900. Egg donation program includes:
- initial consultation,
- treatment plan in a foreign language,
- medications,
- stimulation and egg retrieval from the donor,
- spermogram,
- freezing of sperm + storage for one year,
- ICSI fertilization,
- embryo cultivation,
- embryo transfer using EchoTransfer catheter,
- blood sample for the exclusion of sexually transmitted diseases.
For patients considering embryo donation, the cost begins at €2,500. Egg freezing is also offered at a price of €2,500. Those opting for IVF treatment with own eggs but with donor sperm can expect prices from €4,900. At this time, the clinic does not offer intrauterine insemination (IUI), artificial insemination with donor (AID), the ROPA method, or surrogacy.
IVF Add-ons and Other Costs
| Other IVF techniques costs at Clayo Clinic | |
|---|---|
| Medical consultation (doctor) | €200 (deductible once the treatment commences) |
| Donor sperm | €500 |
| Sperm freezing | €300 |
| Embryo Monitoring (e.g. Embryoscope) | €350 |
| Blastocyst culture | €250 |
| PGT-A / PGS genetic embryo testing | €2,800 (up to 4 embryos + biopsy) |
| Embryo freezing and storage for 1 year | €700 |
| FET - Frozen Embryo Transfer | from €1,000 |
A medical consultation with a doctor at Clayo Clinic costs €200, which is deductible once treatment begins. The clinic offers a variety of IVF add-ons and additional services to support personalised fertility care. Donor sperm is available for €500, while sperm freezing costs €300.
Advanced embryo monitoring using technologies like EmbryoScope is offered at €350, and blastocyst culture is available for €250. For those opting for genetic testing, PGT-A (preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidy) is priced at €2,800 for up to 4 embryos, including biopsy. Embryo freezing and one year of storage is available for €700, and Frozen Embryo Transfer (FET) starts from €1,000.
IVF Success Rates at Clayo Clinic
The success rates are based on performing 320 egg donation cycles and 210 IVF with own eggs cycles in 2024. The overall clinical pregnancy success rate for a single egg donation (excluding the consecutive cycles with frozen embryos or eggs) cycle per embryo transfer was 60%.
The clinical pregnancy success rate for 2024 for IVF using own eggs was 46%, which broken down into age groups was:
- women under 35 – 44%
- women aged 35-40 – 36%
- women over 40 – 20%.
The clinical pregnancy success rates for frozen embryos was 53% and for donor embryos – 67%.
Why Choose IVF in Clayo Clinic
Clayo Clinic offers something truly special—a combination of cutting-edge fertility care and a warm, family-like atmosphere. As an independent Czech clinic, they are not part of any large medical group, which allows them to focus entirely on personalised care and close teamwork.
Their well-coordinated staff work at a high professional level, creating a supportive and welcoming environment for every patient. With its own ongoing research in embryology, Clayo Clinic stands out as one of the most innovative IVF centres in the Czech Republic. At the heart of it all is Dr. Hlinka, the CEO and senior embryologist, whose 40 years of medical experience and groundbreaking work are dedicated to giving you the best possible chance of success.
