Sperm Freezing (Sperm Banking)
精子冷冻保存
Duration
1-2 days
Recovery
No recovery needed
Savings
~73% vs US
Average savings compared to US prices
Sperm cryopreservation allows men to bank and store sperm for future fertility use. Chinese reproductive centers offer advanced freezing protocols that maintain high post-thaw motility rates. This service is commonly used before cancer treatment, surgery, or for men who wish to preserve fertility options, all at significantly lower costs than Western facilities.
Semen Analysis
A comprehensive semen analysis evaluates sperm count, motility, morphology, and volume to establish baseline fertility parameters and determine optimal freezing protocols.
Duration: 1-2 hoursSample Collection
Sperm samples are collected in a private, comfortable setting at the fertility clinic. Multiple samples may be collected over several days for optimal banking.
Duration: 30-60 minutesProcessing & Cryopreservation
Samples are processed with cryoprotectant agents and frozen using controlled-rate cooling or vitrification methods, then stored in liquid nitrogen.
Duration: 2-3 hoursStorage & Quality Verification
A small portion is thawed to verify post-thaw quality. Samples are stored in secure cryogenic tanks with 24/7 monitoring and backup systems.
Duration: 1 day- Preserves fertility before medical treatments or age-related decline
- Simple, non-invasive collection process
- Samples can be stored for decades with maintained viability
- Very affordable annual storage fees in China
- Some reduction in sperm motility after thawing
- Not all sperm survive the freezing process
- Requires ongoing storage commitment and fees
- Regulatory requirements for cross-border transport of samples
Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.