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Fertility Glossary

Gamete storage

Storing eggs or sperm in a licensed centre.

UK regulation & HFEA

Gamete storage requires an HFEA licence, written consent and screening.

Also known as: egg storage, sperm storage

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Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

Related terms

Storage period

How long eggs, sperm or embryos may lawfully be stored.

Egg freezing

Collecting and vitrifying eggs for future use.

Sperm freezing

Storing sperm samples at very low temperatures.

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