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Egg freezing is a groundbreaking advancement that empowers women to take control of their reproductive future. By preserving their eggs, women can safeguard their reproductive autonomy and pursue their personal and professional goals without the pressure of biological time constraints!

My Fertility Preservation, My Future, My Independence, My Own Family

Why Consider Fertility Preservation?

When the Biological Clock is Ticking

A woman’s fertility declines significantly after the age of 35. This contrasts with modern lifestyles, where more women are delaying starting a family until after 35. Additionally, our lifestyle and diet can further impact fertility. As a result, women over 35, and especially over 40, may find it harder to conceive, and the effectiveness of IVF methods decreases dramatically in these age groups. Egg freezing allows a woman to store her eggs at a time of high fertility and later, without the pressure of time, make important life decisions.

When Fertility is Threatened

Several conditions can affect or threaten a woman’s fertility, even at a young age. The presence of endometriosis or other cystic formations can affect both the quantity and quality of a woman’s eggs. Treatment regimens for serious conditions, such as autoimmune diseases and cancer, can also significantly impact a woman’s fertility, regardless of her age. Consult your doctor, and if your fertility is at risk, fertility preservation is your best protection for fulfilling the dream of motherhood!

Who Should Consider Fertility Preservation?

  • Women who wish to extend their studies beyond the age of 30.
  • Women without a partner or the conditions to start a family.
  • Women with a family history of early menopause (before the age of 45).
  • Women with a history of endometriosis.
  • Women who need ovarian surgery (e.g., for cystic formations).
  • Women with autoimmune or other diseases requiring treatments that may affect their fertility.
  • Women with cancer requiring fertility-compromising treatments, such as chemotherapy.

The 6 Steps of Fertility Preservation

Egg Cryopreservation Program at Embryolab

  • Experience in fertility preservation since 2008!
  • Highly trained clinical and laboratory staff in fertility preservation protocols.
  • High survival, fertilization, and implantation rates of eggs after thawing.
  • High levels of safety in the cryopreserved egg storage bank, supported by advanced electronic monitoring systems that track all storage conditions.
  • Global engagement through the Embryolab Academy, which since 2013 has trained scientists worldwide in advanced egg cryopreservation techniques.

Because you want to become a mother.

Because you have not yet found the partner of your life.

Because you don’t want to rush into a relationship that doesn’t deserve you just to have a child.

Say Yes to Fertility Preservation

Learn more about Egg Freezing

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Are all women suitable candidates for egg freezing?

All women can and have the right to preserve their fertility through this pioneering method. One of the most important and decisive factors for a good prognosis is age. Therefore, we recommend doing it early to ensure the best possible outcomes.

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When should I do it?

The age between 25-35 is considered optimal for fertility preservation, as during this period, women produce eggs of good quality. Exceptions include women with a family history of early menopause or who have been diagnosed with endometriosis; these women are advised to consult a reproductive specialist early to protect their fertility.

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How much does it cost?

The cost is affordable, and you can get more information by sending a message to info@embryolab.eu.

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How long do my eggs last in cryopreservation? Does the duration of cryopreservation affect the quality of my eggs?

  • Once the eggs are cryopreserved, their biological clock stops and resumes only when the eggs are thawed.
  • The period between freezing and thawing does not affect the quality of the eggs! They remain as they were at the time of freezing, even if many years have passed!
  • Greek law allows eggs to be preserved for as long as we choose and to be fertilized up to the age of 54 for women.

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When should I consider Fertility Preservation?

The time you choose to preserve your fertility determines the likelihood of conceiving with those eggs. If egg freezing is done before the age of 35, the quality of the eggs is usually very high, and therefore the chances of achieving pregnancy are high, except for special groups of women who are advised to consult a reproductive specialist earlier.

Special groups of women include:

  • Women with a family history of early menopause (before the age of 45) from a mother or grandmother.
  • Women who are about to undergo ovarian surgery.
  • Women who are about to undergo any treatment that may affect their fertility.

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What are the four factors that determine the prognosis for having a child after Fertility Preservation?

  • The woman’s age at the time of egg freezing.
  • The number of eggs cryopreserved. It is recommended to cryopreserve 10-15 mature eggs to ensure a good safety level regarding the possibility of having a child.
  • The quality of the eggs. Quality is affected by genetic factors as well as environmental ones, such as lifestyle, diet, body weight, and exposure to chemicals.
  • The quality of the sperm that will eventually be used to fertilize the eggs after thawing.

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How will I know if the quality of the eggs I have frozen is good?

Our ability to assess the quality of the eggs at the time of retrieval is limited. At the time of egg collection, eggs are evaluated based on their maturity and general morphology. Their potential for fertilization and the creation of a healthy embryo can only be confirmed after thawing and fertilization!

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How many eggs should I freeze to feel secure?

Freezing more than 10 mature eggs usually ensures good fertility levels in young women. However, as a woman’s age increases, more eggs are needed to ensure the same level of security.

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What if I end up freezing fewer than 10 mature eggs?

If the number of frozen eggs is low, you can discuss with your doctor the possibility of a new stimulation cycle to store more eggs!

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Will I be able to conceive naturally after fertility preservation?

Absolutely! Fertility preservation does not limit our fertility; on the contrary, it enhances the sense of security and allows us to attempt natural conception without stress!

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Will fertility preservation make me enter menopause sooner?

No! A woman is born with thousands of primordial follicles in her ovaries, of which only a few hundred reach ovulation during her reproductive period, while the rest are gradually discarded. During an ovarian stimulation cycle, eggs that the body would otherwise discard anyway are matured.

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Is the process difficult? Will it hurt?

Egg freezing is now an extremely simple procedure that requires a series of steps to be successfully completed. It involves taking injections for just 9 to 10 days, followed by egg retrieval, a minimally invasive procedure where eggs are collected. Immediately after egg collection, they are frozen using special techniques and stored in a cryobank for as long as our patients wish.

It is very important to know that today, this process can be fully integrated into a woman’s daily routine without requiring her to take time off work or postpone her daily obligations and activities. At Embryolab, we focus on applying new, individualized protocols for each patient, significantly reducing the number of injections needed compared to older protocols, making the whole process extremely patient-friendly.

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Are the injections I need to take dangerous?

The injections used for ovarian stimulation and egg recruitment are medications that have been tested for decades by all relevant global bodies and are not associated with negative health effects for women. However, a complete medical examination and a thorough assessment of our patients’ history are always conducted before starting any treatment, ensuring their safety.

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My AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) is low. Can I freeze my eggs?

AMH is an important blood test that allows us to estimate ovarian reserve. It is a quantitative, not qualitative, indicator of the eggs that helps us assess and choose the appropriate protocol for our patients. At Embryolab, recognizing the concerns and worries many women may have when starting to explore their fertility, we provide counseling based on each woman’s profile and characteristics to evaluate and predict the prognosis of this method individually.