Vitrification

Vitrification is an advanced cryopreservation technique used for freezing eggs, embryos, and sperm with an ultra-rapid cooling process. Unlike traditional slow freezing, vitrification prevents ice crystal formation, preserving cellular integrity and increasing survival rates after thawing.

At DYU Advanced Fertility & Smart IVF Center, we offer cutting-edge vitrification services to maximize fertility preservation success and ensure the highest quality of reproductive cells for future use.

Who Needs Vitrification?

• Women wishing to preserve fertility before medical treatments (chemotherapy, radiation, surgery)
• Women who want to delay childbearing for career or personal reasons
• Couples undergoing IVF with extra embryos
• Men with low sperm count or those facing medical conditions affecting fertility
• Individuals using donor eggs, sperm, or embryos for future fertility treatments

How Vitrification Works

Step 1: Collection & Processing

• Eggs, embryos, or sperm are collected and assessed for quality.
• Cryoprotectants are applied to protect against ice crystal damage.

Step 2: Ultra-Rapid Freezing (Vitrification Process)

• The sample is rapidly cooled to -196°C in liquid nitrogen, bypassing the ice formation stage.
• This results in a glass-like, solidified state, preserving cell viability.

Step 3: Long-Term Storage

• Vitrified samples are securely stored in liquid nitrogen tanks for future use.
• They remain viable for several years without degradation.

Step 4: Thawing & Utilization

• When needed, vitrified samples are carefully thawed using specialized protocols.
• Thawed eggs, embryos, or sperm are then used in IVF, ICSI, or IUI treatments.

Benefits of Vitrification

• Higher survival rates than traditional slow freezing
• Minimizes ice crystal damage, preserving cell integrity
• Allows for long-term fertility preservation with high success rates
• Enables successful pregnancy with frozen-thawed eggs, embryos, or sperm
• Reduces the need for repeated IVF stimulation cycles

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