Fresh vs Frozen Sperm . Realities of Sperm Banks

In this video, we break down one of the most misunderstood aspects of donor conception:

👉 Is fresh sperm better than frozen sperm?
👉 Why is only 5% of sperm even usable for freezing?

Most people assume that frozen sperm is the standard — safe, accessible, tested. And while it can be all of those things, it’s also limited.

🔬 Only around 5% of men produce sperm that can survive the freeze-thaw cycle.
This isn't about sperm quality — it's about survivability through a highly stressful process.

What happens when sperm is frozen:

- The sample sits exposed for up to 90 minutes before being processed
- It’s then mixed with a cryoprotectant buffer
- Stored in small “straws,” not vials — each with ~20–40M sperm
- Thawed later for use, which can damage motility and structure

Meanwhile, fresh sperm can:

- Be used immediately in artificial insemination
- Avoid cell damage caused by freezing
- Potentially lead to faster conception (when well-timed)

But it also requires:

- Better cycle tracking
- Coordinated donor timing
- A trusted, communicative match

⚠️ Fresh sperm isn’t offered by most clinics due to legal and storage logistics, but known donor platforms like GoKidu are changing that.

This matters because real conception success is influenced by:

- Timing
- Sperm motility
- Handling conditions
- And fresh sperm, used within hours, has the edge in all three.

Whether you're considering frozen bank straws or coordinating fresh donations with a verified donor — you deserve to know the pros and cons.

Watch Full Podcast:
https://www.gokidu.com/youtube/choosing-the-right-sperm-donor-a-complete-guide-for-intended-parents

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