Oocyte Freezing

Oocyte Freezing: Step-by-Step Process

1. First Consultation & Fertility Test

• Ovarian reserve screening with AMH blood test and ultrasound.
• One-on-one consultation on the best strategy for freezing eggs.

2. Ovarian Stimulation – Stimulating Multiple Egg Growth

• Hormone shots stimulating the ovaries to grow more than one egg.
• Ultrasound and blood testing monitoring to check follicle growth.

3. Egg Retrieval (Oocyte Retrieval) – Harvesting Mature Eggs

• A minimally invasive procedure that is done with light sedation.
• Eggs are aspirated under ultrasound guidance with a fine needle.

4. Vitrification (Flash Freezing) – Egg Viability Preservation

• Eggs are flash frozen through the latest cryopreservation technology.
• Avoids ice crystal development, with very high post-thaw survival rates.

5. Future Use & Long-Term Storage

• Frozen eggs are safely stored in liquid nitrogen at very low temperatures.
• Eggs are ready to be thawed and used in IVF treatment when the patient is ready for conception.

What is the Success Rates of Egg Freezing?

• 90-95% Survival of Eggs with new vitrification methods.
• Greater Success for Young Women – Optimal when eggs are frozen prior to 35 years.
• Similar Pregnancy Rates to those obtained from fresh eggs when utilized in IVF.

What are the Advantages of Egg Freezing?

• Increases Reproductive Choices – Can become pregnant later in life.
• Saves Fertility from Surgical Procedures – Highly important in cancer patients.
• Empowers Women – Control over planning reproduction.
• Maintains Egg Quality – Younger eggs yield better success rates.

Risks & Considerations

• No Pregnancy Guarantee – Egg freezing raises chances but not pregnancy.
• Temporary Side Effects of Hormonal Stimulation – Bloating, mood swings, or mild discomfort.
• Cost of Storage – Ongoing fees for stored frozen eggs.

Why Medcy IVF Hospital for Oocyte Freezing

• Extensive Donor Screening – Healthy high-quality eggs.
• Highly Experienced Fertility Specialists – High success rates with individualized care.
• State-of-the-Art Lab Facilities – Advanced IVF and embryo selection technology.
• Holistic Patient Care – Emotional, psychological, and medical attention at every step