Competency information
Details
Perform sperm cryopreservation Correctly use and handle liquid nitrogen and associated cryogenic equipment.
Considerations
- The required consents that need to be completed before any samples can be stored and the implications for the centre if consents are not completed.
- The principles of cryobiology, including the physical and chemical processes occurring during cryopreservation and thawing, and the use and properties of cryoprotectants.
- Were and why sperm losses are most likely to occur during the cryopreservation process.
- The health and safety regulations to be applied when handling liquid nitrogen.
- The safe working practices in a cryofacility.
- The regulatory requirements with regard to screening and storage limits.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 | Outcome Perform sperm preparation, cryopreservation and thawing, post thaw preparation within the statutory and regulatory framework. |
| # 3 | Outcome Handle gametes correctly to maintain viability and perform different methods of sperm preparation techniques within the statutory and regulatory framework. |
| # 4 | Outcome Perform quality control checks within the laboratory and the cryofacility. |