Advances in technology now offer promising solutions to deal with the chronological aging of the cell, tissue or organ to synchronize its existence and its use. This book covers the developments in and benefits of the latest vitrification technology and its extensive applications in reproductive medicine. Protocols of gametes (oocyte and sperm), embryos, blastocysts and ovarian tissue cryopreservation have been reviewed by leaders in the field. In order to address the escalation in cross-border reproductive tourism entailing the transfer of reproductive cells and tissues rather than the...

This book covers the latest developments and benefits of vitrification technology and its extensive applications in reproductive medicine, discussing protocols of gametes (oocyte and sperm), embryos, blastocysts and ovarian tissue, and many other topics.