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How much does egg freezing cost?
Egg freezing is an increasingly popular among people who want to preserve their fertility and keep their options open for the future. Whether due to personal circumstances or medical reasons, choosing to freeze your eggs is a proactive step in family planning.
Before you decide to go ahead, it’s important to know how much egg freezing is going to cost so you can make an informed decision and plan for your future with confidence. Below, we break down the costs associated with egg freezing, from initial consultations and medications to the freezing and long-term storage of your eggs.
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What is egg freezing?
Egg freezing is a method of preserving your fertility. It can offer you the time to focus on what matters most right now, without sacrificing the chance to try for a family later on.
To freeze your eggs, you'll need to undergo a partial IVF cycle, where you'll take hormone medication at home to stimulate egg growth. We'll then retrieve these eggs directly from the follicles in the ovaries during a procedure performed under mild sedation.
Healthy eggs are rapidly cooled and safely stored until you're ready to use them.
Why should I freeze my eggs?
Egg freezing can be an empowering option if you plan to delay parenthood and want to improve your chances of a successful pregnancy later on.
As you age, the quantity and quality of your eggs will naturally decline. This can make conception more challenging over time. By freezing your eggs when they're at their healthiest, you can give yourself more options for starting a family when the time is right for you.
Egg freezing is also an option if you have a condition like endometriosis or a family history of early menopause; or are about to undergo medical treatment such as chemotherapy or gender-affirming treatment.
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What is the egg freezing process?
To understand the cost of your egg freezing treatment, it helps to know the individual steps involved in the process.
Fertility assessment
The first step in your egg freezing journey is a fertility assessment. This will provide you with the answers you need to make empowered choices about your future fertility.
This includes an anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) bloFreeod 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.
Ovarian stimulation
To freeze your eggs, the treatment follows the same steps as an IVF cycle, up to the egg retrieval part.
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.
Freezing
The retrieved eggs are assessed by an embryology for quality.
Healthy eggs are then frozen using a rapid freezing method vitrification) that prevents ice crystals from forming. This maintains the quality of the eggs and improves the chances of surviving when thawed.
Your eggs 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 egg freezing cost?
You'll find a breakdown of a typical egg 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 - £485 - Includes consultation
Egg freezing cycle - £3,695 - Includes retrieval
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 egg freezing costs
Several factors can influence the overall cost of egg 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 egg 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 eggs explained
Egg 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 single person freezing their eggs, the cost of a fertility assessment is £485. This includes the AMH blood test and AFC ultrasound scan which help us determine your suitability for egg 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 egg 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 freezing
The main cost of your egg freezing treatment is the egg retrieval procedure and freezing of healthy eggs. An egg freezing cycle typically costs £3,695.
Storage fees
After your eggs are 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 eggs 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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Paying for your egg 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.
Repayment plans with Access Fertility - This includes multi-cycle plans and 0% interest for 12 months.
NHS funding - Typically, NHS funding is only available for egg freezing where there is a medical condition involved, for example, patients who are about to start treatment for cancer.
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