Some types of cancer such as leukaemia has a higher risk of cell contamination. The tissue samples are screened for cancer cells prior to storage. It is also screened thoroughly by the most advanced techniques to detect the presence of micro-metastatic cancer cells when the patient wishes to use it for his fertility treatments.
Can stored testicular tissue contain cancer cells?
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Dr. Prachi Benara
MBBS (Gold Medalist), MS (OBG), DNB (OBG), PG Diploma in Reproductive and Sexual health
16+ Years of experience