SPERM FREEZING

Sperm Freezing

Cryopreservation is the advanced process of storing tissues, cells or organs at a very minimum and low temperature to preserve their viability. These cells or tissues can be revived by thawing under proper conditions and reused. In assisted reproductive technology we often have to freeze sperms. eggs or embryos.

Indication for Sperm Cryopreservation

Human Sperm Cryopreservation is Important for Multiple Reasons:

  • When the male is sterile
  • Fertility preservation for males, who plans to go for the vasectomy process
  • Develop a pathological condition that will eventually render them sterile
  • Availability of sperms during IVF treatment and subsequent cycles

High Advantages of Cryopreservation

  • Reduces the risk of morphological changes
  • Reduced risk of cross-contamination
  •  Safety from microbial contamination

The motivation for Auto Cryopreservation

  • Development of diabetes leading to erectile dysfunction
  • Availability of male during IVF treatment
  • Surgical sterilization by vasectomy
  • Radio or Chemotherapy during cancer- which might lead to sterility
  • Occupational hazards in sports, exposure to high temperature