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What is Cryopreservation?

Cryopreservation is the process of systematically freezing and storing biological material like sperm, eggs, embryos, or tissues at sub-zero temperatures for later use.

The procedure helps freeze all cellular activities and also stops the biochemical reactions that could lead to DNA degradation and loss of cells. The frozen tissues can be thawed and used later for various fertility procedures like IVF, ICSI, and IUI.

What is Cryopreservation?

Am I the Right Candidate for Cryopreservation?

Any person who wishes to preserve his or her fertility for future use is considered to be a good candidate for undergoing cryopreservation.

A woman in her twenties or early thirties is considered to be a good candidate for egg freezing, whereas a man with poor sperm quality or other fertility problems is a good candidate for undergoing sperm cryopreservation.

Individuals with cancer, a family history of early menopause, or other health problems that could lead to fertility issues can also undergo cryopreservation.

Am I the Right Candidate for Cryopreservation?

Cryopreservation Procedure at a Glance

The cryopreservation procedure begins with the retrieval of eggs from a female after hormonal stimulation, sperm retrieval from a male through ejaculation or surgical extraction, or embryos through the IVF procedure.

The eggs, embryos, or sperm obtained are then frozen to a temperature of -321⁰F/-196⁰C using liquid nitrogen. Certain cryoprotective chemicals are used in the laboratory to keep the cells safe during the entire process.

Cryopreservation Procedure at a Glance

Choosing the Right Cryopreservation Treatment Center

Choosing the correct cryopreservation treatment center is important as it ensures the long-term safety and viability of the preserved biological materials. Look for a center with a good reputation, good storage facilities, advanced technology, and good success rates for cryopreservation.

Take suggestions from your physician or patients who have used the treatment center to get an idea about the expertise and care offered there before you make your choice.

Choosing the Right Cryopreservation Treatment Center

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Aksigen IVF for Best Cryopreservation Treatment in Mumbai

Aksigen IVF offers the best cryopreservation treatment in Mumbai under the expert guidance and care of the best doctors and specialists.

Some top reasons for choosing us to undergo cryopreservation are:

  • A success rate of more than 50%
  • 30,000+ cases completed
  • Experienced cryopreservation doctors in Mumbai
  • Personalized guidelines at each stage of the procedure
  • Exceptional patient care
  • World-class infrastructure
  • Advanced technology and methods
  • Positive reviews and ratings
  • Honest treatment costs and no hidden charges

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Who Should Undergo Cryopreservation?

The following people should consider undergoing cryopreservation as a means to preserve their fertility for future use:

  • Planning to delay pregnancy due to professional or personal reasons
  • Undergoing cancer treatments like chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery
  • Reproductive health problems like uterine fibroids, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, etc. in women or low sperm quality or mobility in men
  • Autoimmune disorders like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, etc.
  • Exposure to hazards like radiation, fertilizers, pesticides, and lead
  • Planning to undergo gender affirmation treatment

Types of Cryopreservation

The different types of cryopreservation include:

  • Egg freezing/oocyte cryopreservation: The female eggs are frozen for future use in this procedure. When the woman is ready to start a family, she can use the frozen eggs to conceive.
  • Sperm freezing/sperm cryopreservation: This is a simple and effective type of procedure performed to preserve male sperm for future use. The male sperm can indefinitely survive after they are frozen.
  • Embryo cryopreservation: This is a procedure performed to preserve the fertility of a couple for future use.

How to Prepare for Cryopreservation?

At Aksigen IVF, our fertility specialists will first evaluate you thoroughly to determine if you are the right candidate to undergo cryopreservation. The doctor will examine you physically and ask about your medical history and fertility health history.

A blood test may be recommended to check the number of eggs in the ovaries in the case of a female and ensure that the patient has good general health and no sexually transmitted infections.

In case of embryo freezing, the couple will undergo egg and sperm retrieval. The egg and sperm obtained will be mixed in a petri dish in a lab to allow fertilization.

The fertilized egg or embryo will then be allowed to grow for up to one week before performing genetic testing and grading of embryos to determine which embryos are most likely to result in a successful pregnancy when transferred in the future into the female’s uterus (womb). This is the first step of the in-vitro fertilization (IVF) procedure.

Cryopreservation Treatment Process

Depending on the type of cryopreservation being done, the different steps involved in the procedure are:

  • Egg freezing:
    Ovarian stimulation: The woman is given some hormonal injections to stimulate her ovaries to produce more eggs.
    Egg retrieval: This is a minor surgical procedure done under the effect of sedation or local anesthesia and involves the retrieval of the eggs using a transvaginal ultrasound and a needle. Based on the ovarian reserve of the woman, about 10 to 15 eggs are generally retrieved by the fertility specialist.
    Egg freezing: The retrieved eggs will be frozen immediately by immersing them in liquid nitrogen. This process is known as vitrification.
  • Sperm freezing:
    The man is asked to give a semen sample through ejaculation.
    The quantity and quality of sperm will be evaluated.
    The good quality sperm are frozen for future use.
  • Embryo freezing:
    Egg and sperm retrieval: The fertility specialist will give medicines to stimulate the ovaries for the production of multiple eggs. The specialist will then retrieve the mature female eggs through a simple surgical procedure. The male partner will provide a semen sample at the same time.
    Fertilization: The female egg and male sperm will then be fertilized in a petri dish in the laboratory. This is known as IVF (in-vitro fertilization). Sometimes, the male sperm may be directly injected into the female egg for better chances of fertilization. This process is known as ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection).
    Cryopreservation of the embryo: The embryo will be frozen three to five days after fertilization.

Aksigen IVF offers pain-free, comfortable cryopreservation in Mumbai with optimal storage facilities and successful outcomes under some of the best doctors and medical specialists in Mumbai.

What is the Success Rate of Cryopreservation in Mumbai?

The cryopreservation success rate in Mumbai will vary depending on several factors. On average, the live birth success rate using frozen eggs or embryos is between 40 to 50%. The success rate using frozen sperm is generally much higher, especially if the sperm used before freezing was of good quality.

The various factors that can affect the success rate of cryopreservation in Mumbai include:

  • Age of the woman (a woman less than 35 years of age has a higher success rate)
  • Quality of sperm
  • Quality of eggs and embryos
  • General health of the patient
  • Expertise of the fertility specialist and laboratory staff
  • Duration of storage (storage periods of eggs and embryos beyond 10 years reduces their success rate)

Aksigen IVF has the latest medical technology and experienced staff to provide highly successful cryopreservation in Mumbai.

What Are the Risks of Cryopreservation?

Cryopreservation is generally considered to be a safe procedure, but it may be associated with certain risks, such as:

  • Damage to the eggs, sperm, or embryos during the freezing or thawing process
  • Bleeding, infection, cramping, pain, and damage to the reproductive organs during egg retrieval
  • Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (swelling and pain in the ovaries due to medications)
  • Stress

Consult our specialists at Aksigen IVF to reduce your chances of developing complications during cryopreservation of eggs or embryos in Mumbai or cryopreservation of sperms in Mumbai, with optimal treatment outcomes.

What is the Cost of Cryopreservation Treatment in Mumbai?

The average cryopreservation treatment cost in Mumbai varies from INR 20,000 to INR 25,000. The cost of cryopreservation treatment in Mumbai will, however, vary depending on the following factors:

  • Type of cryopreservation (embryo freezing is more expensive than egg or sperm freezing)
  • Cost of hormonal medications
  • Cost of consultation
  • Cost of egg retrieval, sperm collection, IVF procedures
  • Annual lab charges for storage
  • Duration of storage
  • Number of treatment cycles needed
  • Charges of follow-up visits
  • Expertise of the fertility specialist
  • The treatment center’s location and reputation

Aksigen IVF offers affordable and top-quality cryopreservation treatment in Mumbai by the best fertility doctors in Mumbai.

FAQ

No, studies do not show an increased risk of genetic disorders or birth defects in children born through frozen eggs, sperm, or embryos compared to children conceived naturally.

Frozen eggs, embryos, and sperm can be stored for several years, even decades. Current research shows that they stay viable for at least 10 to 20 years, though the storage limits could vary based on the regulations in different countries.

The process of egg freezing in women may take two to four weeks, which includes the time taken for ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval. In men, sperm freezing is much faster, with the procedure being completed in a few days.

No, once the eggs are frozen and stored at very low temperatures, their quality will remain stable. There is no significant reduction in viability even after long-term storage.

The sperm freezing process is non-invasive and painless. For women undergoing egg freezing or embryo freezing, the hormonal injections and egg retrieval process can lead to some discomfort, but the procedure is usually not very painful and can be easily tolerated.