How do I prepare for egg freezing?
If you've decided to freeze your eggs, the first step in the process is a consultation with a PFC physician—who are all board certified in reproductive endocrinology and infertility (REI).
What kind of testing is performed for egg freezing?
Your physician will use fertility tests including an antral follicle count (AFC) and a blood test for anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH). These tests help determine how many eggs remain (the ovarian reserve) in the ovaries' small sacs (follicles). Done by vaginal ultrasound, the AFC will give you a good sense of how many eggs you will produce. An AMH blood draw performed at PFC or through a company like Modern Fertility will confirm the ultrasound findings. While both these tests measure quantity of eggs, age is the best predictor of egg quality.
Other appointments
Next, you will meet with one of PFC's clinical coordinators to discuss lab work, consent forms, medication and your treatment calendar. The clinical coordinator will walk you through your treatment plan in detail, and provide you with clinical clearance to proceed. You will also have a complimentary meeting with a financial coordinator to discuss pricing and the payment process.
Women also have the option to meet with a Marriage and Family Therapist at PFC to discuss the risks and benefits of the egg freezing process. Fertility treatments is a financial as well as an emotional commitment and we want all patients to have a full understanding of this technology and their potential for success.