Cold Follicle Separation Room Cost in Korea

A Cold Follicle Separation Room is a controlled environment where extracted follicular units are processed under reduced temperatures to preserve their viability. This specialized facility is often used in advanced hair transplantation procedures, minimizing cellular damage and improving graft survival rates. Korean clinics offering this service emphasize sterility, temperature regulation, and dedicated staff for optimal follicle handling.

Comprehensive Cost Overview

Facility Usage Type	Estimated Cost (KRW)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Basic Cold Room Access (per session) Standard setup with cooled trays and sterile handling.	₩300,000 – ₩500,000	$250 – $420
Advanced Cold Sterile Room (with tech staff) Temperature-regulated cleanroom for full-day surgery.	₩500,000 – ₩800,000	$420 – $670
Deluxe Cryo-Follicle Suite Customized cooling and surgical layout for high graft count surgeries.	₩800,000 – ₩1,200,000	$670 – $1,000

Detailed Cost Analysis by Component

Component	Description	Estimated Cost (KRW)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Temperature-Controlled Workstation	Special tray setup for 16–18°C follicle separation.	₩100,000 – ₩200,000	$83 – $167
Sterile Graft Handling Kit	Forceps, trays, and scalpels sanitized for sterile room use.	₩50,000 – ₩100,000	$42 – $83
Lab Technician Support	Assistance by trained staff for follicle isolation and storage.	₩150,000 – ₩300,000	$125 – $250
Refrigerated Storage Between Steps	Temporary holding in sterile cooled containers.	₩50,000 – ₩100,000	$42 – $83

Additional & Optional Services Cost

Service	Description	Cost (KRW)	Cost (USD)
Pre-Chilled Preservation Serum	Serum that enhances viability when used in cold processing.	₩100,000 – ₩200,000	$83 – $167
Microscopic Graft Review	Follicle examination for integrity after cooling separation.	₩50,000 – ₩100,000	$42 – $83
Pre-Surgical Cryo Simulation	Testing protocol to see patient response to chilled prep.	₩70,000 – ₩120,000	$58 – $100
Foreign Language Technician	Support during procedure in English, Japanese, or Chinese.	₩50,000 – ₩100,000	$42 – $83

Clinical Treatment Costs

Clinical Service	Description	Estimated Cost (KRW)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Graft Temperature Monitoring	Thermal tracking of follicles throughout separation.	₩30,000 – ₩60,000	$25 – $50
Cold Room Scheduling Fee	Secures time slot and room prep for surgery day.	₩50,000 – ₩100,000	$42 – $83
Cooling System Maintenance Fee	Shared usage and upkeep of refrigeration devices.	₩30,000 – ₩60,000	$25 – $50
Post-Procedure Review of Cold Prep	Evaluation of follicle condition post-graft for quality check.	₩30,000 – ₩60,000	$25 – $50