Some patients may produce more embryos (fertilized eggs) during in vitro fertilization (IVF) than they require. The additional embryos could be cryopreserved (frozen) in order to transplant them at a later time. These embryos, however, might not always be put to use. These patients can choose to have their embryos discarded, given to research, or given to another woman to help her conceive.
Some patients may produce more embryos (fertilized eggs) during in vitro fertilization (IVF) than they require. The additional embryos could be cryopreserved (frozen) in order to transplant them at a later time. These embryos, however, might not always be put to use. These patients can choose to have their embryos discarded, given to research, or given to another woman to help her conceive.
Embryo donation in New Zealand involves the process of donating excess embryos created during IVF treatments to couples or singles who cannot conceive. The embryos are screened and matched based on various factors before being transferred to the intended mother.
New Zealand has a well-regulated system for embryo donation with strict ethical guidelines. Donors remain anonymous, but recipients can request non-identifying information. Waiting times vary depending on availability of suitable donor embryos.