Competency information
Details
Release and receive cryopreserved gametes and embryos to other centres.
Considerations
- The regulatory requirements with regard to moving samples between centres including: the correct handling of a shipping container, its labelling, associated documentation.
- Importance of maintaining appropriate conditions during transport to ensure viability is not compromised.
- The risks associated with the transport of frozen samples and the contrast in risk between donor and patient material.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 2 | Outcome Perform sperm preparation, cryopreservation and thawing, post thaw preparation within the statutory and regulatory framework. |