Navigating the Uncharted: The Mystery of Frozen Embryos

Storage fees for frozen embryos range from $500 to $1,000 annually, and the exact number of abandoned embryos in U.S. fertility clinics remains unknown due to a lack of reporting requirements by key organizations. This situation highlights the ethical considerations surrounding frozen embryos, which are not mere biological materials but potential human beings. Estimates suggest that there are at least 90,000 abandoned embryos, although this number could reach into the millions. The absence of data signifies a major gap in understanding and addressing the implications of abandoned embryos within the assisted reproductive technology landscape.