Egg freezing: Expert decodes why timing is of utmost importance

New Delhi: The egg freezing process makes use of the fertility preservation services, which allow an individual to preserve his or her eggs in a way that they can be used in the future. Due to advancements in reproductive technology, egg freezing has also become more possible. Dr. Puneet Rana Arora, IVF Expert-Director- CIFAR, Gurugram, explained how egg freezing timing makes all the difference.

Who should think about it?

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Individuals planning to put off pregnancy to pursue personal objectives—such as education or job ambitions, financial preparedness, or simply not having met the right person yet—may opt for this procedure. This option will also appeal to those planning medical procedures like chemotherapy or radiation treatments that can potentially affect fertility. Individuals with a familial history of early menopause or waning fertility in their relatives may also think about egg freezing as a safeguarding measure. An important point to keep in mind is that egg freezing does not provide a promise of pregnancy, but the opportunity to have a biological child in the future.

The timing is critical. The younger you are, the more eggs you have, and the better their quality, so there is a better chance that fertilization will be successful and that a pregnancy will follow. Some egg freezers consider that the late twenties to early thirties is when women’s eggs are at their best, while others point to age thirty or thirty-two as a critical timeline or age group noteworthy in this regard. Ultimately, it is what is best for you, anyway.

The procedure

The procedure includes the stimulation of the ovaries with hormones, the harvest of the eggs via a minor medical procedure, and the storage of the eggs at extremely low temperatures. Though generally safe, the life cycle of the eggs to be frozen can be very physically, emotionally, and economically taxing. Factors to be considered include the financial implications, accessibility of care, and the storage of the eggs. In conclusion, the process of egg freezing can be a very useful mechanism for the promotion of fertility.