The Donor IVF Programme is designed for couples where the female partner is unable to produce healthy eggs for fertilization. This process involves using eggs from a donor, combined with sperm from the male partner, to create embryos. These embryos are then implanted into the female partner’s uterus to achieve pregnancy.
• Age:Under 32 years
• History: No history of miscarriage .
• Egg Quality: Eggs must be healthy and free from abnormalities .
• Health: Eggs must be healthy and free from abnormalities .
1. Low Ovarian Reserve: Women with a reduced number of eggs.
2. Poor Egg Quality: Women with eggs of suboptimal qualityI.
3. Menopausal Women: Women who are past menopause but wish to conceive.
4. No Ovulation: Women who do not ovulate .
5. Implant Failure: Women with a history of failed implants due to poor egg quality.
1. Fertilization: : Sperm from the recipient's partner is combined with the donor’s eggs in the laboratory.
2. Embryo Transfer: The resulting embryos are implanted into the recipient’s uterus.
3. Pregnancy Test: A pregnancy test is conducted approximately 15 days later to confirm pregnancy.
4. Preparation:: The recipient’s uterus is prepared for pregnancy through medications and injections .
A: Donor IVF is a fertility treatment where eggs or sperm from a healthy donor are used to create embryos through in vitro fertilization (IVF). It is an option for couples or individuals who cannot conceive using their own eggs or sperm.
A: Donor IVF is usually recommended for:
•Women with poor ovarian reserve or premature ovarian failure
•Couples with repeated IVF failures
•Individuals with genetic disorders they do not wish to pass on
•Single parents or same-sex couples planning to start a family
Single parents or same-sex couples planning to start a family
A: In most cases, donor identities remain confidential, and recipients are matched based on physical and personal characteristics. However, some clinics also offer known donor options depending on legal guidelines.
A: Success rates are generally higher compared to standard IVF because eggs or sperm from healthy, younger donors are used. Success depends on factors such as the recipient’s uterine health and overall medical condition.
A: While the genetic link comes from the donor, doctors try to match donors with recipients based on ethnicity, physical traits, and preferences. Additionally, carrying the pregnancy can influence the baby’s health and development through epigenetics..
A: Donor IVF is regulated by specific laws in each country. At registered clinics, the process is legal, safe, and ensures the rights of both donors and recipients are protected.
A: The cost varies depending on the clinic, the type of donor (anonymous or known), and additional procedures involved. Your fertility center will provide a detailed cost breakdown before starting treatment.
A: Yes. If required, both donor eggs and donor sperm can be used, and the embryo can be transferred to the recipient’s uterus or to a gestational surrogate.
A: Fertylity often provide counseling and support groups to help individuals and couples navigate the emotional, social, and ethical aspects of Donor IVF.