What cryogenic facilities does a new IVF lab need?
Setting up cryogenic facilities for a new IVF laboratory requires careful planning across several equipment categories. The core requirements include adequate cryogenic storage dewars sized to your expected patient volume, a vitrification station with appropriate carriers and consumables, and controlled rate freezing capability if slow freezing protocols are used.
What additional equipment and safety systems are required?
A new IVF laboratory also requires a dry shipper for specimen transport, comprehensive sample tracking and identification systems including cryocanes, goblets, and cryosleeves, and appropriate safety equipment including PPE and ventilation. The room itself must have adequate ventilation, oxygen monitoring, and appropriate access controls.
How can Cryolab help set up a new IVF laboratory?
Cryolab has advised and equipped new IVF laboratories for over 40 years. Contact the team at cryolab.co.uk/contact-us/ for guidance on equipping your facility.
