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Role of Embryo Freezing in IVF: An Explainer

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    In 2021, over 80% of U.S. in vitro fertilization procedures involved the transfer of frozen embryos.

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    The IVF process involves multiple stages, from stimulating the ovaries to post-implantation in the uterus.

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    Benefits of freezing embryos include improved implantation success, fertility preservation, and the possibility of preimplantation genetic testing.

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    The unavailability of embryo freezing in IVF would lead to single embryo transfer preference and reliance on less favorable alternatives.

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    Over 80% of U.S. in vitro fertilization procedures involved the transfer of frozen embryos in 2021, potentially reducing uncertainties, delays, and costs in comparison to fresh embryos.

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Role of Embryo Freezing in IVF: An Explainer

  • by Nancy Lapid

  • June 13, 2024

  • 3 min

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