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FAQs
Why should I bank my sperm?
Why should I bank my sperm?You should consider sperm banking if you want to have children some day and you are:
How long can cryopreserved sperm survive?Pregnancy has been achieved with sperm that has been cryopreserved for 28 years. While there are no published attempts to use sperm that has been cryopreserved for more than 28 years, it is believed that sperm may be stored indefinitely without reducing the chance of pregnancy. Does cryopreserving sperm reduce the possibility for achieving pregnancy?Cryopreserving sperm typically results in some loss of fertilizing capacity. However, this may be compensated for by increasing the number of sperm used during insemination. Successful pregnancies have recently been achieved with sperm frozen for 28 years.Does cryopreserved sperm increase the chance of birth defects?No. Studies over the last 40 years show no difference in the rate of birth defects between standard pregnancy and artificial insemination using cryopreserved sperm.How is sperm banked?After sperm is collected, it is cryopreserved in a liquid nitrogen tank at -196 degrees Celsius (-321° F), a temperature at which all metabolic processes are suspended. The specimens are stored in our state-of-the-art laboratory, which is under constant surveillance, and storage is supervised by a staff of highly trained cryogenic and medical professionals.How can I be assured the specimens I withdraw are mine?Accurate identification of a specimen is one of NECC's prime concerns. Our triple-check system ensures that each specimen is correctly coded on the storage container, and listed in inventory documents simultaneously. After a specimen is produced, it remains under the responsibility of one of our trained technicians. This policy ensures that there is no confusion when it comes to the constant knowledge of banker identities throughout and after the processing and prepping for cryopreservation.
Do I have to visit your lab to bank my sperm?No. You are welcome to schedule an appointment at our facility, where we have comfortable rooms available for specimen collection collection. We can also ship a Transport Media Kit anywhere in the world, so you may collect a sperm specimen in the privacy of your home.How do I know whether you received my specimen?We will contact you upon receipt and processing of your specimen. We encourage you to contact us anytime to determine the current status of your speciman. Please contact us at 617-732-0060 or toll-free at 800-991-4999.How do you ship my specimens?Specimens are shipped in liquid nitrogen dry vapor shipper tanks, which are guaranteed by the manufacturer to protect specimens for 7 days. Shipments in the greater Boston area are delivered by our in-house courier. Shipments elsewhere are delivered via a highly qualified priority delivery service. Will my insurance cover this?Perhaps – coverage for fertility issues varies amongst insurance providers. Please check with your insurance company to determine coverage. Please note that NECC does not accept payment directly from insurance companies for any services provided – you will need to arrange for payment and seek separate reimbursement from your insurance company. We can provide you with the records and invoices you may need for filing a claim. What are your credentials?Our laboratory and scientific protocol are certified, licensed and/or governed by the following organizations:Registrations - NECC is registered and governed by: U.S. Food and Drug Administration Memberships - NECC subscribes to the standards and practices of: American Association of Bioanalysts NECC scientists are active members of: Certifications - NECC is certified and licensed with the following regulatory agencies: Massachusetts Department of Health
How do I get started?Contact us at 800-991-4999 after consulting with your physician to determine whether sperm banking is a recommended part of your treatment plan.
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