BECOMING AN EGG DONOR
A Comprehensive Guide to Becoming an Egg Donor
At Nicosia Fertility, we offer women the unique opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of individuals and couples facing infertility. Becoming an egg donor is more than a medical procedure—it's an extraordinary act of generosity that helps bring the joy of parenthood to those who dream of starting a family.
Why Become an Egg Donor?
Egg donation offers a remarkable opportunity to support others in achieving their dreams of parenthood. For recipients, it provides a chance to overcome infertility challenges and embrace the profound experience of pregnancy and childbirth. For donors, it’s a chance to make a lasting impact while gaining personal fulfillment and financial compensation. Egg donation provides a significant opportunity for a successful live birth, allowing the recipient to carry and deliver a child. Additionally, it enables the possibility of the baby being genetically related to the recipient’s partner.
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Life-Changing Impact: Your donation could help families struggling with infertility, same-sex couples, and others achieve their dreams of parenthood.
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Empowering Hope: By donating your eggs, you give individuals and couples the hope of starting or growing their families.
Eligibility Requirements for Egg Donors
We ensure all egg donors meet specific criteria to ensure their safety and the success of the donation process. At Nicosia Fertility, our donor selection process adheres to the highest medical, legal, and ethical standards, following the guidelines outlined in the 57/2014 Law on Human Cells, Tissue, and Organ Transplantation in the TRNC.
General Conditions for Egg Donation
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Physical Health
Donors must be in good health, with no chronic illnesses or medical conditions that could affect their ability to donate safely.
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Body Mass Index (BMI)
Donors must have a BMI between 19–29.
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Psychological Wellness
Donors must be psychologically healthy and undergo a thorough psychological evaluation.
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Medication and Substance Use
Donors must have no history of psychiatric medication use or substance abuse.
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Genetic Health
Donors must not carry any hereditary genetic diseases.
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Ovarian Health
Both ovaries must be healthy, confirmed through medical assessments.
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Chromosomal Compatibility
Donors must undergo karyotype analysis to confirm compatibility with a 46, XX chromosomal structure.
Additional Requirements for the Egg Donation Process
At Nicosia Fertility, we take additional steps to ensure a safe, ethical, and effective egg donation process:
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Cycle Limitation
Donors can participate in no more than three donation cycles per year to protect their health and well-being.
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OHSS Risk Reduction
We prioritize stimulation protocols that minimize the risk of Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS). On average, 10 eggs are collected per cycle.
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Electronic Records
All donation records are securely stored in a centralized electronic system established by the Authorized Authority.
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Informed Consent
Donors must sign the Donor Information and Donation Consent Form, ensuring they fully understand and agree to the process.
The Egg Donation Process
Our structured approach ensures a safe and positive experience for all donors.
Step 1: Application and Screening
The process begins with an application and thorough screening to determine donor eligibility:
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Medical History and Physical Exam: A detailed review of your medical and family history, as well as a physical examination.
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Laboratory Tests: Blood tests to check for infectious diseases (HIV, Hepatitis B/C, etc.) and genetic conditions.
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Ultrasound Evaluation: To assess ovarian health and ensure suitability for donation.
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Psychological Assessment: To confirm emotional readiness and stability.
Step 2: Cycle Synchronization
Once selected, donors undergo cycle synchronization with the recipient. This involves:
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Ovarian Stimulation: To encourage the development of multiple eggs, the egg donor takes hormone injections administered in the lower abdomen over a period of 10-12 days leading up to the egg retrieval procedure. Throughout this process, the donor's response to the stimulation is carefully monitored through regular ultrasounds and blood tests every 2-5 days. This close observation allows the doctor to adjust medication dosages as needed and determine the ideal timing for egg retrieval, ensuring the highest quality eggs are collected.
Step 3: Egg Retrieval
The egg retrieval process is safe and minimally invasive:
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Performed under sedation, the procedure involves using an ultrasound-guided needle to collect eggs from the ovarian follicles.
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The process typically lasts 20–30 minutes, with minimal recovery time required.
Benefits of Egg Donation
At Nicosia Fertility, we recognize the commitment and compassion of our donors:
Emotional Fulfillment
Knowing you’ve helped create a family is an unparalleled reward.
Comprehensive Care
We prioritize donor health and safety at every stage of the process.
Confidentiality and Legal Protections
We uphold strict confidentiality and ethical standards to ensure the protection of both donors and recipients:
Anonymous Donation
The identities of donors and recipients remain confidential.
Legal Protections
Comprehensive agreements outline the rights and responsibilities of all parties involved.
Egg Donor FAQs
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Being an egg donor means helping individuals or couples facing infertility achieve their dreams of parenthood. By donating your eggs, you become part of a life-changing journey that brings hope and joy to families worldwide.
Egg donors must be healthy women aged 18-26 (exceptions possible with excellent medical evaluations). They should have a BMI between 19–29, no chronic illnesses, no substance dependencies, and a family history free of genetic diseases.
The process is minimally invasive and performed under sedation. Egg retrieval typically lasts 20–30 minutes, with little to no discomfort. Most donors resume their normal activities the next day.
No, the process does not impact your fertility. Women naturally produce multiple eggs each month, most of which go unused. Donation simply uses these eggs that would otherwise be discarded.
As part of the process, you’ll undergo a thorough medical and psychological evaluation, including blood tests, genetic screening, ultrasounds, and a review of your medical history. These ensure your health and readiness for donation.
On average, 10 high-quality eggs are collected during each donation cycle, ensuring optimal results while maintaining the donor's health and safety.
At Nicosia Fertility, we deeply value our donors' contribution. Donors receive competitive financial compensation for their time, effort, and generosity.
No, all egg donations at Nicosia Fertility are anonymous. The identities of both donors and recipients are kept strictly confidential to protect privacy.
Donors can participate in up to three donation cycles per year, ensuring their health and well-being are prioritized throughout the process.
Egg donors experience profound personal fulfillment knowing they’ve helped create families. Additionally, they receive comprehensive medical care, financial compensation, and the opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Becoming an egg donor at Nicosia Fertility is a life-changing opportunity to make a lasting impact. Our team is here to guide you through every step of the journey with care, transparency, and respect. Contact us today to learn more about how you can help create families and bring joy to others through egg donation.
