At CryoFuture, we are committed to advancing the safety, transparency, and reliability of cryogenic transportation. We are proud to announce that CryoFuture has officially achieved ISO 21973:2020 certification, reinforcing our position as an industry leader in secure specimen transport.
This achievement is more than a compliance milestone—it reflects our dedication to exceeding industry standards and ensuring that every fertility specimen is transported with the highest levels of precision, care, and technological oversight.
Why ISO 21973:2020 Matters in Cryogenic Transportation
ISO 21973:2020 is the internationally recognized standard for the safe transport of therapeutic cells. While originally designed for cell and gene therapies, its principles are critical for fertility specimens, including embryos, eggs, and sperm. The standard establishes best practices for:
- Traceability – Ensuring clear chain-of-custody, chain-of-condition, and chain-of-identity throughout transportation.
- Risk Management – Identifying and mitigating potential risks such as temperature fluctuations, delays, or equipment failures.
- Quality Control – Implementing strict protocols for specimen handling, monitoring, and storage conditions.
For professionals in fertility preservation and regenerative medicine, adherence to ISO 21973:2020 is essential for maintaining specimen integrity and ensuring that transported materials arrive in optimal condition. However, compliance alone is not enough—true security requires innovation and a proactive approach to risk management.
How CryoFuture Exceeds ISO 21973:2020 Standards
While ISO 21973:2020 provides a foundation for safe cryogenic transportation, CryoFuture has built its entire process to go beyond these requirements, ensuring the most secure, reliable, and fully monitored transport solutions available today.
Advanced Traceability and Real-Time Monitoring
ISO 21973:2020 requires proper documentation of specimen movement, but CryoFuture provides real-time GPS tracking, temperature logging, and tilt detection, ensuring continuous monitoring throughout transport. Every shipment is integrated into a centralized system where our logistics team oversees transport conditions and can intervene immediately if necessary.
Proactive Risk Management and Emergency Response
While ISO emphasizes risk identification, CryoFuture implements a proactive risk mitigation strategy, including automated alerts, redundant monitoring systems, and rapid-response protocols. In the event of an equipment failure or environmental risk, CryoFuture’s Rapid Response Protection Program (RRPP) ensures that medically trained couriers are deployed within hours to relocate specimens securely, minimizing risk and maintaining compliance.
Stringent Quality Control and Tank Validation
ISO 21973:2020 mandates validation of transport containers to ensure temperature stability, but CryoFuture surpasses these guidelines with a 30-day validation process for every cryoshipper. This process includes:
- Temperature stability testing to ensure specimens remain at or below -180°C.
- Liquid nitrogen retention checks to confirm sustained cryogenic conditions.
- Evaporation rate monitoring to ensure extended viability beyond manufacturer standards.
Medically Trained Couriers and Secure Chain of Custody
ISO 21973:2020 outlines the importance of specimen security and chain-of-custody tracking. CryoFuture enhances these requirements by exclusively using medically trained couriers, never third-party shipping providers, ensuring full control over every stage of transport. This approach eliminates handling risks and guarantees complete security throughout transit.
Setting a New Benchmark in Cryogenic Transport
For professionals handling cryopreserved materials, ISO 21973:2020 is an essential regulatory framework. However, true security requires innovation beyond compliance. CryoFuture’s advanced tracking, real-time monitoring, rapid emergency response, and stringent validation processes set a new benchmark for specimen transport safety.
By choosing CryoFuture, facilities gain access to:
- End-to-end traceability with real-time GPS and sensor data
- 24/7 emergency response and rapid relocation services
- Strict validation protocols for every cryoshipper
- Expert handling by medically trained couriers
