Today’s guest is Shannon Curiel, Director of Sales of Reproductive Medicine at Cryoport. We discuss everything you need to know about shipping frozen embryos, eggs, and sperm.
- Give us a brief overview of what Cryoport does.
- How does shipping frozen embryos, eggs, and sperm work? Is there a different process for each?
- How is the shipment tracked?
- How long can frozen samples be in transit?
- What types of problems can arise during the shipping, and how is each one typically handled?
- Is there any chance of damage during the process of shipping from one clinic to another?
- Is there some type of insurance patients can purchase to rely upon in the event of damage? If so, do you recommend it?
- How exactly does the coordination between clinics work, and do you have any tips for making this process as smooth as possible?
- Is international shipping possible? If so, do you have any tips for clearing customs?
- How is cost determined?
- What tips do you have for selecting the right shipping company?
- Is there anything else you’d like to add?
