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Understanding Egg Freezing Costs in Chicago

Egg freezing, also known as oocyte cryopreservation, is a fertility preservation option that allows you to freeze and store your eggs for future use. During this process, your eggs are retrieved from your ovaries, frozen in a specialized laboratory, and safely stored until you’re ready to use them in a future fertility treatment, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF).

For many people, egg freezing offers peace of mind and flexibility — whether you’re focusing on your career, managing health conditions, or simply not ready to start a family yet. At Advanced Fertility Center of Chicago (AFCC), we’re here to guide you through every step of the journey, including understanding what goes into the cost of egg freezing.

If you’d like to learn more about what the process involves from start to finish, explore our Step-by-Step Guide to Egg Freezing.

What Determines the Cost of Egg Freezing?

While prices can vary based on your individual needs and treatment plan, here’s a breakdown of the main factors that contribute to the overall cost:

1. Medications

Fertility medications stimulate your ovaries to develop multiple eggs in one cycle. The cost of medications can vary depending on your dosage and how your body responds. This is often one of the largest portions of the total cost.

2. Monitoring & Procedure

Throughout your cycle, you’ll have several monitoring appointments — including bloodwork and ultrasounds — to track progress. Once your eggs are ready, you’ll undergo an egg retrieval procedure, performed under sedation, followed by the freezing of mature eggs in our lab.

3. Storage

Your frozen eggs are stored in a secure, controlled environment until you’re ready to use them. Storage fees are billed annually and vary based on how long you choose to store your eggs.

4. Individual Factors & Clinic Differences

Every fertility journey is unique. Total costs may vary depending on:

• Your personalized treatment plan

• Medication needs

• The clinic’s pricing structure

At AFCC, our goal is transparency when it comes to fees and we work closely with you to ensure you understand every aspect of your investment.

As of 2025, one cycle of egg freezing at AFCC typically starts at $7,800, not including medications or storage. For the most accurate and up-to-date pricing, please visit our financial information page or speak with our team during your consultation.

An Investment in Your Future Fertility

Egg freezing is more than a medical procedure — it’s an investment in your future. By preserving your eggs now, you’re giving yourself more choices and flexibility later in life.

We’re Here to Guide You

Our team understands that cost is an important part of the decision-making process. Following your consultation, we’ll review your personalized treatment plan, provide a detailed cost breakdown, and discuss financing options to help make care more accessible.

If you’re considering egg freezing, schedule a consultation with AFCC today to explore your options and create a plan that fits your goals.

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