Egg freezing can sometimes be misunderstood as either a guaranteed path to fertility or as an unnecessary procedure. While it’s not a 100% guarantee, the likelihood of achieving a successful pregnancy is generally high, depending on the quantity and age at which the eggs are frozen.
Costs and Considerations
“Social egg freezing” (a term often used for non-medical reasons) costs around $6,000 to $8,000, plus approximately $500 per year for egg storage. Multiple collections may be necessary to increase the chances of future pregnancy, making it a significant financial decision.
Age and Success Rates
The irony of egg freezing is that the younger you are when you freeze your eggs, the less likely you are to need them. However, freezing eggs at an older age reduces the likelihood of a successful pregnancy, known as a “live birth.” Essentially, the older you are at the time of freezing, the lower the percentage chance each egg has of resulting in a live birth. Therefore, more eggs need to be frozen to increase the likelihood of success.
Statistical Modelling
Studies, such as those by Maslow et al., have created tools to estimate the number of eggs required to achieve a live birth. For example, at under 35 years old, each egg has an 8.2% chance of success, whereas at 41-42 years old, it’s only 2.5%. These models show how many eggs need to be frozen at different ages to achieve a 50%, 60%, or 70% likelihood of a live birth.
AMH Levels and Egg Retrieval
Another table looks at AMH levels (in American units) and age to estimate how many eggs are likely to be retrieved from one collection and the likelihood of a live birth. For instance, if the AMH is 5.0 and the age is under 35, there is an 80% likelihood from one egg retrieval.
Individual Outcomes
While statistical modelling provides useful guidelines, individual outcomes can vary. It’s important to use these models as a guide to help decide if and when egg freezing is right for you.
Recommendations
Recent reviews suggest there isn’t enough evidence to give clear recommendations on the best time for egg freezing, but it is generally recommended to do so before age 35. If you’re considering egg freezing, it’s best to talk to a fertility doctor. 💕
The Realities of Egg (Oocyte) Freezing
Egg freezing can sometimes be misunderstood as either a guaranteed path to fertility or as an unnecessary procedure. While it’s not a 100% guarantee, the likelihood of achieving a successful pregnancy is generally high, depending on the quantity and age at which the eggs are frozen.
Costs and Considerations
“Social egg freezing” (a term often used for non-medical reasons) costs around $6,000 to $8,000, plus approximately $500 per year for egg storage. Multiple collections may be necessary to increase the chances of future pregnancy, making it a significant financial decision.
Age and Success Rates
The irony of egg freezing is that the younger you are when you freeze your eggs, the less likely you are to need them. However, freezing eggs at an older age reduces the likelihood of a successful pregnancy, known as a “live birth.” Essentially, the older you are at the time of freezing, the lower the percentage chance each egg has of resulting in a live birth. Therefore, more eggs need to be frozen to increase the likelihood of success.
Statistical Modelling
Studies, such as those by Maslow et al., have created tools to estimate the number of eggs required to achieve a live birth. For example, at under 35 years old, each egg has an 8.2% chance of success, whereas at 41-42 years old, it’s only 2.5%. These models show how many eggs need to be frozen at different ages to achieve a 50%, 60%, or 70% likelihood of a live birth.
AMH Levels and Egg Retrieval
Another table looks at AMH levels (in American units) and age to estimate how many eggs are likely to be retrieved from one collection and the likelihood of a live birth. For instance, if the AMH is 5.0 and the age is under 35, there is an 80% likelihood from one egg retrieval.
Individual Outcomes
While statistical modelling provides useful guidelines, individual outcomes can vary. It’s important to use these models as a guide to help decide if and when egg freezing is right for you.
Recommendations
Recent reviews suggest there isn’t enough evidence to give clear recommendations on the best time for egg freezing, but it is generally recommended to do so before age 35. If you’re considering egg freezing, it’s best to talk to a fertility doctor. 💕