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How much does embryo freezing cost?
Choosing to freeze embryos is a significant decision and one that can feel overwhelming, more so when it comes to the cost. We're here to support you on your embryo freezing journey. Our transparent pricing ensures you have all the information you need to move forward.
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What is embryo freezing?
Embryo freezing is a method of preserving your fertility as a couple or co-parent, giving you the time to focus on what matters right now, whilst allowing you to try for a family at a time that's right for you.
You'll need to undergo an IVF cycle, where we'll retrieve the eggs from the ovaries and fertilise them with sperm in a lab. They are left to develop into embryos over 5-6 days and any healthy embryos are frozen and safely stored for future use.
Why should I freeze embryos?
For both men and women, fertility declines as you age. For women, the quantity and quality of your eggs naturally declines, making conception more challenging over time. For men, sperm becomes less motile making fertilisation harder.
If you're in a committed relationship or have someone in your life you wish to co-parent with, going through IVF to freeze embryos can be a reassuring option, enabling you to try for a family at a time that's right for the both of you.
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What is the embryo freezing process?
To understand the cost of your embryo freezing treatment, it helps to know the individual steps involved in the process.
Fertility assessment
The first step in your embryo freezing journey is a fertility assessment. This will provide you with the answers you need to make empowered choices about your future fertility.
For women, this includes an anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) blood test followed by an antral follicle count (AFC) trans-vaginal scan. Together, these provide an accurate measure of your fertility health and your likely response to the medication used in fertility treatments.
For men, the main fertility test is a semen analysis which assesses a semen sample for volume (how many sperm is present) as well as the sperm's motility how well it swims) and morphology (the sperm's size and shape).
Ovarian stimulation
To freeze your embryos, the treatment follows the same steps as an IVF cycle.
This begins with ovarian stimulation and is the most ‘hands-on’ part of the process. You’ll be given medication to encourage the ovaries to produce multiple eggs. Over the course of 10 to 14 days, you’ll self-administer hormone injections to stimulate egg production. We’ll invite you for regular scans to check your progress.
Monitoring scans
During this time, you'll also be invited to regular monitoring scans so that we can track the development of the follicles. This will help us determine when your eggs are ready for collection.
Egg retrieval
Once your scans show your eggs are ready, you’ll be given a trigger injection to take at home. This contains human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG), which encourages the eggs to mature.
Around 36 hours later, you’ll visit the clinic for your egg retrieval procedure. They’re retrieved through a minor surgical procedure known as transvaginal ultrasound aspiration. It usually takes about 15 to 20 minutes. The procedure is performed under mild sedation, ensuring your comfort throughout.
Fertilisation
On the day of the egg retrieval, your partner or co-parent will also need to produce a fresh sperm sample which is used to fertilise the eggs. In conventional IVF, we mix the sperm with the eggs where they fertilise them naturally. In cases where there is male factor infertility, we may opt to use the intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) where a single healthy sperm is injected directly into the egg. This will aid fertilisation.
Embryo development
The fertilised eggs (now embryos) are safely kept in our EmbryoScope, an incubator that uses time-lapse imaging to continuously monitor the development of your embryos. We culture these for 5-6 days until they reach the blastocyst stage which means they are ready for transfer.
Freezing
Healthy embryos are then frozen using a rapid freezing method vitrification) that prevents ice crystals from forming. This maintains the quality of the embryos and improves the chances of surviving when thawed.
Your embryos are safely stored in a cryopreservation chamber at your chosen fertility clinic, where they can remain viable for years until you’re ready to use them.
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How much does embryo freezing cost?
You'll find a breakdown of a typical embryo freezing cycle below. It's important to note that the medication required throughout your treatment will be an additional cost as this varies greatly between patients.
Fertility assessment - £590 - Includes tests for both partners and consultation
Embryo freezing cycle - £5,195 - Includes retrieval, fertilisation and freezing
Storage fee - £370 - Paid annually
You can find a detailed price list for all treatments on your chosen TFP Fertility clinic page.
Factors that may affect embryo freezing costs
Several factors can influence the overall cost of embryo freezing, including your age, the medications you require, the number of cycles needed to retrieve enough eggs, and your chosen clinic and location.
Your fertility specialist will be able to talk through the specific costs in your consultation.
It’s important to consider these factors when planning for embryo freezing and decide what matters to you most. Understanding the breakdown of these costs can help you make an informed decision and plan accordingly.
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The costs of freezing your embryos explained
Embryo freezing involves several steps, each adding to the total cost. Below you'll find a breakdown of the costs associated with each element of your treatment plan and what's included.
Fertility assessment and consultation
We offer a variety of fertility assessment packages at TFP Fertility based on your specific circumstances. As a couple or co-parents, the cost of a joint fertility assessment is £590. This includes the necessary fertility tests for both partners which help us determine your suitability for embryo freezing and provide a personalised treatment plan to suit your goals.
This also includes a consultation with one of our fertility doctors who will discuss the results of these tests in more detail, as well your specific treatment.
Medication costs
The cost of the medications needed for embryo freezing can vary depending on the dosage needed and the duration of stimulation. Your fertility specialist will be able to give you a clear breakdown of medication costs during your consultation.
Egg retrieval and fertilisation
The main cost of your embryo freezing treatment is the egg retrieval procedure and fertilisation of healthy eggs. An embryo freezing cycle typically costs £5,195.
Storage fees
After your embryos have been frozen, they need to be stored in a specialist facility. Storage fees are usually charged annually and cover the safe and secure preservation of your embryos until you’re ready to use them.
The cost for annual storage is around £370.
Additional costs
There may be additional costs related to anaesthesia for the egg retrieval procedure, as well as any follow-up consultations or extra testing required. You may need multiple cycles to retrieve enough healthy eggs, which can also increase the overall cost.
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Payment options for embryo freezing
To make our services as accessible as possible, there are several funding routes available for you to consider.
Self-funded - Our transparent pricing makes it easier for you to assess whether paying for your treatment upfront is feasible for you.
NHS funding - Typically, NHS funding is only available for embryo freezing where there is a medical condition involved, for example, patients who are about to start treatment for cancer.
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