Egg Freezing in British Columbia

About This Service

Egg freezing (oocyte cryopreservation) is a process in which eggs are retrieved, frozen, and stored for potential future use. It is commonly considered by individuals who want to preserve their fertility for personal or medical reasons. The process involves ovarian stimulation, egg retrieval, and storage. Egg freezing is available at fertility clinics across BC, primarily in the Lower Mainland. This page provides general educational information only — consult a qualified reproductive specialist to understand whether egg freezing may be appropriate for your situation.

Who May Look for This Service

Egg freezing may be considered by individuals who want to delay childbearing for personal reasons, those facing medical treatments that may affect fertility (such as chemotherapy), people who want to preserve fertility before a gender-affirming procedure, and those who want to understand their options before making decisions about family building.

Common Decision Factors

• Your age and current ovarian reserve, which affect the number of eggs likely to be retrieved
• The clinic's experience with egg freezing and their laboratory quality
• Cost per retrieval cycle and annual storage fees
• What happens to stored eggs if you decide not to use them
• The clinic's thaw and survival rates for frozen eggs
• Whether the clinic offers a clear process for future use of stored eggs

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