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Cryopreservation of EmbryosCryopreservation of Embryos

After fresh embryo transfer in an IVF/ICSI cycle, any remaining good quality embryos can be frozen and stored for later use through process of cryopreservation. Later, these embryos can be thawed and transferred back in a frozen embryo transfer cycle. These frozen embryos can be stored for a maximum of 10 years and the storage consent and fees need to be renewed every 2 years.


Elective Cryopreservation of all embryos

Elective cryopreservation of all embryos will be considered in the following circumstances:

  • Have surplus embryos for further replacement after fresh embryo transfer
  • Emdotrium is not suitable for fresh embryo transfer
  • Clinical conditions, e.g. polyp / hydrosalpinx or oter illness
  • Fertility preservation（e.g Cancer, Ovarian failure）
  • Risk of ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (OHSS)
  • Pre-implantation Genetic Testing (PGT)
  • Personal issue