University IVF Program: A CryoFuture Success Story

The Situation

A prestigious university-based academic IVF program was facing a complex challenge regarding the long-term storage of patient specimens. Having been in operation since the 1980s, the university had accumulated hundreds of unclaimed frozen specimens spanning over 40 years. The burden of maintaining these specimens, many of which were unclaimed and outdated, was creating significant space and operational constraints for the program. Additionally, the university needed assistance in conducting a thorough inventory audit to comply with ASRM guidelines on handling unclaimed specimens, while also ensuring the long-term storage was safe, secure, and cost-effective for patients.

Our Solution

CryoFuture stepped in with a tailored solution to meet the university’s needs. We began with a comprehensive inventory analysis, ensuring that each specimen was evaluated in accordance with ASRM guidelines. This audit helped the university identify unclaimed specimens and determine appropriate actions.

In addition to the inventory audit, CryoFuture provided the university with access to a state-of-the-art, high-tech, secure long-term storage facility located in close proximity. This off-site facility allowed for seamless specimen transfers, reducing the space burden on the university while ensuring safe, reliable storage.

To further address the university’s academic nature and long-term patient needs, we offered cost-effective pricing for long-term storage, benefiting patients with lower storage fees. This solution not only provided immediate relief for the university but also ensured patients would have affordable and secure options for storing  their specimens.

The Results

Comprehensive Inventory Audit: Analyzed decades-old specimen records and ensured compliance with ASRM guidelines on unclaimed frozen specimens.

Safe and Secure Long-Term Storage: Transferred hundreds of specimens to CryoFuture’s secure, high-tech facility, reducing the university’s storage burden.

Cost-Effective Solutions: Provided affordable long-term storage options, reducing fees for patients and minimizing overall program costs.

Enhanced Space Utilization: Freed up valuable space at the university’s IVF program, allowing the facility to focus on core academic and patient services.

By partnering with CryoFuture, the university IVF program successfully addressed its long-term specimen storage challenges while improving operational efficiency and lowering costs for patients. This enabled the program to continue its academic mission with enhanced focus and less administrative burden.