Welcome to our state-of-the-art IVF lab

During IVF, after a doctor retrieves eggs, an embryologist combines the eggs with sperm to create embryos in a lab. The embryos are then placed in incubators that mimic the conditions inside the human body. Our state-of-the-art Walnut Creek Fertility Clinic has a benchtop incubator where we culture embryos for 5-6 days. This incubator has a protective chamber for each individual embryo and maintains a continuous, stable culture environment. To maintain optimal growth conditions, we can access other patients’ embryos without disturbing yours.

Maintaining clean air quality in an IVF lab is critical for embryo safety and successful development. Both indoor and outdoor pollution can drastically impact the embryo and the success rate of IVF treatments.

Collab utilizes LifeAire®, an advanced air purification system that neutralizes up to 99.99% of airborne biological and chemical contaminants. We have an HVAC system that maintains a consistent temperature in the lab.

In IVF labs, cultured embryos are stored in incubators. Embryos, eggs, and sperm not being used immediately are frozen and stored in liquid nitrogen tanks.

We use a cryopreservation technique called embryo vitrification to rapidly cool embryos and solidify them into a glass-like structure. We then place the frozen embryos in liquid nitrogen tanks and store them in a highly secure place. We monitor the temperature of the tanks 24/7, with alarms notifying us immediately if the temperature changes.

Because eggs, embryos, and sperm are highly sensitive, they must be stored under precise conditions to ensure their safety and security.
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The incubators and other equipment in our East Bay fertility clinic are monitored 24/7. The alarm system immediately contacts team members if a parameter falls outside the normal range. We check the alarm system daily. Our lab systems, incubators, and other equipment are attached to an automatic backup power generator in case of a power failure. We test the generator weekly.

Some fertility clinics have onsite labs, while others rely on offsite, third-party labs managed by individuals who aren't directly connected to the clinic.
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At Collab, our lab is the heart of our Walnut Creek fertility clinic. We invest in state-of-the-art technology to maximize your fertility outcomes. Our dedicated embryologists, led by Lab Supervisor Rhodel Simbulan and our Lab Director Xinli Yang, are meticulous scientists with a deep passion for our work. We handle each egg and embryo with the highest level of care, and nothing brings us more joy than helping you bring new life into the world.