What is Sperm Freezing?

Sperm freezing is a well-established procedure which has been in use for more than 40 years. It involves freezing the sperms thereby preserving them for later use either by intrauterine insemination or in in vitro fertilization treatment.

Why do sperms need to be frozen?

You may choose to freeze your sperms for later use for the following reasons

What would be done if I wanted my sperms to be frozen?

You will be asked to avoid intercourse for no longer than 2 – 3 days before giving us a sample

Why do I have to sign a detailed consent form?

It is important that we confirm the following information from you before we freeze your sperms.

Will sperms survive freezing and give good results?

Freezing and subsequent thawing does damage some sperms. If your initial sperm parameters were good this loss will not matter but if your initial sperm parameters were poor, we may not have enough sperms to use for an IUI. In this case, we may need to achieve a pregnancy by doing ICSI.

Are there any risks involved in using frozen sperms?

There are no risks to your baby with the use of frozen sperms. If there is any more information that you require, please contact Palani Balaji Fertility team