Egg Freezing

Egg freezing, also known as Oocyte Cryopreservation, is a medical procedure in which a woman’s eggs are carefully collected, frozen, and stored for potential use in the future.

It helps maintain reproductive potential before the natural decline in fertility caused by a decrease in both the quantity and quality of a woman’s eggs. Hence, it is recommended to undergo egg freezing before 35 years old if family-building is one of your life goals. 

Besides, egg freezing can also help patients who are planning to undergo medical treatments that could affect reproductive health or reduce the chances of pregnancy.

At Sunfert, the procedure is performed with a focus on safety, personalised care, and the support of cutting-edge reproductive technologies. 

Preserving eggs provides reassurance and flexibility to women who want to press pause on their biological clock to pursue other life goals or careers until they are ready to start a family.

Egg freezing is an empowering choice for individuals who want to take control of their reproductive future.

You may consider egg freezing if you:

• are delaying parenthood for career, education, or personal reasons
• have a medical condition affecting fertility (e.g., endometriosis, autoimmune conditions)
• are about to undergo treatments like chemotherapy or radiotherapy
• want to increase the chance of pregnancy at a later stage
  
   

Our fertility specialists provide personalised guidance based on your age, ovarian reserve, and lifestyle, ensuring that egg freezing is a safe and effective option for you.

At Sunfert, egg freezing can be done within 5 steps:

Step 1: Fertility Evaluation

During a fertility assessment, we conduct a comprehensive evaluation to identify potential factors affecting fertility and guide a personalised treatment plan.

It starts with a review of medical history, hormonal profile testing, ovarian reserve assessment, and evaluation of the pelvic organs (uterus, ovaries, cervix, fallopian tubes).

Step 2: Ovulation Stimulation

Hormonal medications will be given by our doctors, which are used to stimulate the ovaries to produce multiple eggs.

This stage usually starts at Day 2 or Day 3 of the patient’s menstrual cycle and typically lasts about 10 to 12 days, depending on the treatment protocol the patient undergoes.

Step 3: Oocyte Pick-Up (OPU)

Also known as egg retrieval, this is a minimally invasive procedure in which our fertility specialist collects eggs from the patient’s ovaries. The procedure typically takes about 20 to 30 minutes to complete.

During OPU, patients are given light anaesthesia or monitored sedation by an anaesthetist, ensuring that they remain comfortable and pain-free throughout the procedure.

Before concluding the procedure, our fertility specialist will carefully examine the vaginal puncture site to ensure there is no bleeding.

After OPU, patients are observed for 1 to 2 hours in our day ward before being discharged home. 

Most patients experience only mild bloating, cramping, or minimal bleeding, and many are able to return to their normal routine the next day.

Step 4: Egg Freezing and Storage

The collected eggs will be frozen and stored in our laboratory using vitrification, a rapid freezing technique that preserves viability.

Step 5: Future Fertility Use

When ready, frozen eggs can be thawed, fertilised through IVF, and transferred as embryos. We support our patients at every step of the way towards a hopeful journey to parenthood.
 

If you are facing fertility challenges or considering egg freezing for future family planning, start with a consultation at Sunfert. We will guide you through your fertility journey with expertise and compassionate care. 

Make an appointment with our Fertility Specialist today and take the next step toward your parenthood goals.

Question #1: At what age should I consider egg freezing?

• Ideally before 35, as egg quality and quantity decline with age. However, it can be considered at any stage based on individual circumstances.

Question #2: Is the egg freezing process painful?

• Most patients experience mild discomfort during egg retrieval. Other steps are minimally invasive and carefully managed.

Question #3: How long can eggs be stored?

• Eggs can be stored safely for many years. Current studies show eggs remain viable for over 10 years, and often longer, with vitrification and proper cryopreservation maintenance.

Question #4: What are the chances of pregnancy using frozen eggs?

• Success rates depend on your age at the time of freezing and the number of eggs preserved. Our fertility specialists will provide realistic expectations and personalised advice to you after conducting the early fertility assessment, such as the AMH test.

Question #5: Can men freeze sperm as well?

• Yes. For couples or individuals planning for future parenthood, sperm freezing is also an available option alongside egg freezing.