Which Vials for IVF?

texaslady71504texaslady71504 Posts: 20
in Ask California Cryobank
I noticed in the donor search there wasn't a choice for IVF. Which of the two listed specimen types IUI and ICI is appropriate for IVF? Thanks.

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  • cryo-admincryo-admin Posts: 4,538
    Hi Texas -

    Both IUI and ICI vials can be used for IVF. The difference between the two is that IUI vials are washed and ICI vials are unwashed.

    You should check with your physician's office to see if they have a preference.

    Regards,

    Nicole
    CCB
  • texaslady71504texaslady71504 Posts: 20
    Thanks!
  • CCQueens2014CCQueens2014 Posts: 1
    Hello.. Am starting on my IVF journey.. hoped to start this month but PGD delays it for like 12 weeks. I was bummed but still hoping to get started (and hope to get pregnant before the year's out. Glad to find this as I had the same question. My hospital says Unwashed.. so I guess it's ICI it is.
  • cryo-admincryo-admin Posts: 4,538
    Hi CC -

    Welcome!

    Yes, if your hospital prefers unwashed vials for IVF, you should look for ICI vials on our Donor Search.

    Regards,

    Nicole
    CCB
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