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Cryopreservation

Cryopreservation

What is Cryopreservation?

At Hzb Arogyam Fertility Care and Endoscopy Centre, we utilize cryopreservation, a well-established technique that has been used for decades in various medical fields. Cryopreservation involves freezing biological materials, such as embryos, eggs, or sperm, at extremely low temperatures, typically -196 °C/-321 °F, using liquid nitrogen.


This process effectively halts all biological activities, including biochemical reactions that can lead to DNA degradation and cell death, preserving the integrity of the cells for future use.

Overview

At Hzb Arogyam Fertility Care and Endoscopy Centre, we offer cryopreservation, a highly effective technique for preserving fertility. Cryopreservation involves freezing biological materials, such as eggs, sperm, or embryos, at extremely low temperatures for future use.

Types of Cryopreservation

We offer three types of cryopreservation:​

  1. Oocyte Cryopreservation (Egg Freezing): Allows women to preserve their eggs for future use, reducing concerns about chromosomal abnormalities associated with age.

  2. Sperm Cryopreservation (Sperm Freezing): Enables men to preserve their fertility before undergoing treatments that may affect fertility, such as cancer therapy or surgery.

  3. Embryo Cryopreservation: Involves freezing fertilized eggs (embryos) for future use in IVF cycles.

Benefits of Cryopreservation

Cryopreservation offers several benefits, including:​

  • Preserves fertility for future use

  • Reduces concerns about age-related chromosomal abnormalities

  • Enables individuals to delay parenthood

  • Provides an option for individuals undergoing treatments that may affect fertility

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Our experienced fertility specialists will guide you through the cryopreservation process, ensuring that you understand the benefits and risks associated with this technique.

Why Choose Arogyam IVF?

At Arogyam IVF, we offer a comprehensive range of fertility treatments, backed by a strong network, experienced doctors,

and a patient-centric approach. Here's what sets Arogyam IVF apart:​​​​

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  1. Exceptional Success Rates: Arogyam IVF has achieved remarkable success rates, thanks to our cutting-edge technology, expert doctors, and personalized care.

  2. State-of-the-Art Infrastructure: Our modern fertility clinic is equipped with the latest technology, ensuring efficient and effective treatment.

  3. Experienced Fertility Specialists: Our team of experienced fertility doctors works closely with each patient, providing expert guidance and tailored treatment plans.

  4. Personalized Fertility Treatment: We recognize that each couple's fertility journey is unique. Our personalized approach focuses on individual medical history, diagnosis, and specific needs.

  5. Comprehensive Fertility Services: Arogyam IVF offers a wide range of fertility treatments, including IVF, ICSI, IUI, Cryopreservation, and Donor Programs.

  6. Patient-Centric Care: Our dedicated team provides compassionate support and guidance throughout your fertility journey, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience.​

Do's and Don'ts 

  • Stage 1: Birth Control Pills or Oestrogen
    Your doctor may recommend oestrogen or birth control tablets before you begin IVF therapy. This is used to regulate the time of your menstrual cycle and prevent the growth of ovarian cysts. It enables your doctor to manage your treatment and increase the number of mature eggs collected during the egg retrieval operation.
  • Stage 2: Ovarian Stimulation
    In a normal woman, each menstrual cycle results in the production of one egg. However, several eggs are necessary for IVF. The likelihood of creating a healthy embryo improves when more than one egg is used. To boost your body's egg production, you'll be given fertility medications. You'll be prescribed injectable hormone medications during your IVF cycle to encourage all of the eggs in that cycle to develop at once and completely.
  • Stage 3: Ultrasound Examination
    To evaluate how well the medications on your ovaries are working, a vaginal ultrasound test is performed at regular intervals. If the outcome is bad, it's possible that your doctor will suggest stopping the IVF treatment cycle. You and your doctor will decide together on this.
  • Stage 4: Egg Retrieval
    The egg retrieval procedure is carried out 36 hours following your hormone IVF injections given for stimulation. Transvaginal sonography is used to help retrieve eggs from the ovaries while the patient is under general anesthesia. Your reaction to the medications will determine how many eggs are collected, and the operation lasts 15 to 30 minutes. Around two to three hours following the treatment, you can leave for home. Sometimes there may be some stomach pain and vaginal spotting, but these symptoms usually go away in a day or two.
  • Stage 5: Sperm Collection
    A sample of semen is required from your spouse. On the day the eggs are harvested, a sample of fresh semen is often taken. A previously frozen sample can also be used, though, if a fresh sample can't be made on the same day or if the spouse isn't there on the day, the eggs are collected. The sperm and the eggs will be combined by a technician in a petri dish. If it fails to result in embryos, your doctor can choose to perform ICSI.
  • Stage 6: Fertilizing the Eggs
    The eggs will be fertilized in the laboratory, either through ICSI or traditional IVF. The embryologist will check the eggs the following day to see whether they have been fertilized and then later to see if any embryos have developed further. It is possible to freeze additional well-developed embryos if there are more than three for eventual later transfer.
  • Stage 7: Embryo Culture
    The fertilized eggs (embryos) are nurtured in a controlled environment, allowing them to grow and develop.
  • Stage 8: Embryo Transfer
    This is done two, three, or five days following egg harvest. To decide if a day 3 or day 5 transfer is necessary, embryologists keep an eye on the development and viability of the embryos. The embryo is positioned in your uterus using a tiny catheter that is implanted. It takes between six and ten days for the implantation to take place if the operation is successful. A course of medicines to assist the luteal phase will be provided to you after the transfer.
  • Stage 9: Pregnancy Test
    A pregnancy blood test is carried out after two weeks following extraction. In the event that the test is positive, the patient is thought to be four weeks pregnant.

To ensure a successful frozen embryo transfer, follow these guidelines:

By following these guidelines, you'll be well-prepared for a successful frozen embryo transfer at our centre.

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Frequently Asked Question's

At Hzb Arogyam Fertility Care and Endoscopy Centre, we understand that you may have questions about embryo and egg freezing. Here are some frequently asked questions and their answers:

  • Stage 1: Birth Control Pills or Oestrogen
    Your doctor may recommend oestrogen or birth control tablets before you begin IVF therapy. This is used to regulate the time of your menstrual cycle and prevent the growth of ovarian cysts. It enables your doctor to manage your treatment and increase the number of mature eggs collected during the egg retrieval operation.
  • Stage 2: Ovarian Stimulation
    In a normal woman, each menstrual cycle results in the production of one egg. However, several eggs are necessary for IVF. The likelihood of creating a healthy embryo improves when more than one egg is used. To boost your body's egg production, you'll be given fertility medications. You'll be prescribed injectable hormone medications during your IVF cycle to encourage all of the eggs in that cycle to develop at once and completely.
  • Stage 3: Ultrasound Examination
    To evaluate how well the medications on your ovaries are working, a vaginal ultrasound test is performed at regular intervals. If the outcome is bad, it's possible that your doctor will suggest stopping the IVF treatment cycle. You and your doctor will decide together on this.
  • Stage 4: Egg Retrieval
    The egg retrieval procedure is carried out 36 hours following your hormone IVF injections given for stimulation. Transvaginal sonography is used to help retrieve eggs from the ovaries while the patient is under general anesthesia. Your reaction to the medications will determine how many eggs are collected, and the operation lasts 15 to 30 minutes. Around two to three hours following the treatment, you can leave for home. Sometimes there may be some stomach pain and vaginal spotting, but these symptoms usually go away in a day or two.
  • Stage 5: Sperm Collection
    A sample of semen is required from your spouse. On the day the eggs are harvested, a sample of fresh semen is often taken. A previously frozen sample can also be used, though, if a fresh sample can't be made on the same day or if the spouse isn't there on the day, the eggs are collected. The sperm and the eggs will be combined by a technician in a petri dish. If it fails to result in embryos, your doctor can choose to perform ICSI.
  • Stage 6: Fertilizing the Eggs
    The eggs will be fertilized in the laboratory, either through ICSI or traditional IVF. The embryologist will check the eggs the following day to see whether they have been fertilized and then later to see if any embryos have developed further. It is possible to freeze additional well-developed embryos if there are more than three for eventual later transfer.
  • Stage 7: Embryo Culture
    The fertilized eggs (embryos) are nurtured in a controlled environment, allowing them to grow and develop.
  • Stage 8: Embryo Transfer
    This is done two, three, or five days following egg harvest. To decide if a day 3 or day 5 transfer is necessary, embryologists keep an eye on the development and viability of the embryos. The embryo is positioned in your uterus using a tiny catheter that is implanted. It takes between six and ten days for the implantation to take place if the operation is successful. A course of medicines to assist the luteal phase will be provided to you after the transfer.
  • Stage 9: Pregnancy Test
    A pregnancy blood test is carried out after two weeks following extraction. In the event that the test is positive, the patient is thought to be four weeks pregnant.

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