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Sperm Freezing (Vitrification) in the UK

Sperm freezing (cryopreservation), allows men to store sperm for future use. This is often chosen due to medical treatments like chemotherapy, occupational risks (e.g. those in defence forces), or personal reasons such as delaying parenthood. It’s also been increasingly used by transgender individuals before transitioning.

Why Freeze Sperm?
Common reasons include preserving fertility before cancer treatments, safeguarding against occupational hazards, or securing younger, healthier sperm for later life. It’s also a key option for those undergoing gender transition.

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The Process

Sperm is collected, usually via masturbation, and analyzed for quality. It’s then “vitrified” using a detailed process to prevent cell damage during freezing. The sample is stored in liquid nitrogen at -196°C, way cooler than what commercial freezers can achieve!

Storage and Duration

In the UK, sperm can be stored for up to upto 55 years as per recent changes in the law. Regular updates on consent are necessary to reflect the individual’s wishes for future use. There is an annual charge for storing sperm which has to be paid regularly to continue the service.

Consent and Legal Considerations

Written consent is required before freezing, detailing storage duration and usage conditions. This consent must be updated periodically, especially for long-term storage. The sperm can only be used with explicit consent from the individual.

Conclusion

Sperm freezing offers a secure way to preserve fertility for future use. Whether for medical, occupational, or personal reasons, it provides flexibility and peace of mind. At Acorn Fertility, we guide you through the process with expert care and support.

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Dr Alka and Dr Maha have both been in the speciality of fertility since the mid 1990s. They have worked with leading fertility clinics in London. run their own clinic overseas as well a satellite centre in London for the last 10 years. They have no other committments, so they are available for every patient, from ovulation inductions to IVF and ICSI.

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Acorn Fertility will provide the best quality treatment, implementing the most up to date concepts blended with years of experience. Our centre is HFEA licensed and a has CD license as well. The premises also have CQC registration – which means we are inspected by 3 regulatory agencies regularly. Our clinic has it’s own generator and UPS to support the lab in case of an electrical
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