The Procedure

1. Why should I choose CCRM Fertility to donate to?

Choosing to donate your eggs to CCRM Fertility connects you with a compassionate team dedicated to making your experience smooth and efficient. Your generous act is met with heartfelt appreciation and a competitive compensation package, all while contributing to the journey of creating families.

2. Who will receive my donor eggs?

Recipients of donated eggs at CCRM typically include individuals or couples facing infertility challenges, whether due to infertility issues, genetic concerns, or other circumstances. This diverse group looks toward egg donation as a hopeful pathway to parenthood.

3. How much time is involved?

The egg donation process begins with completing a simple application, followed by a phone call within about a week to discuss the next steps. Once approved, you’ll be invited to one of our clinics for a thorough workup. After your workup, you’ll have a few weeks to prepare before starting the medication regimen. Once the medications begin, it takes just two weeks until the egg retrieval, bringing you closer to making a profound difference in someone’s life. Depending on the required testing, the entire process can take anywhere from 2 to 4 months.

4. What are the requirements?

To be eligible for egg donation, candidates must be 19 to 33 years old, non-smokers without recreational drug use, have a BMI between 19 and 29.9, and no body piercings or tattoos in the past year for safety reasons. A thorough knowledge of personal and family health history, proficiency in English for clear communication, and being a U.S. resident with eligibility to work in the country are also required.

5. What is IVF?

In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a method of assisted reproduction in which sperm and eggs are combined in a laboratory setting to allow for fertilization outside of the body with subsequent transfer of the embryo back into the uterus.

6. Will I need to give myself shots?

Yes, part of the egg donation process involves administering hormone injections to yourself for about 9 to 14 days to stimulate the ovaries and increase egg production. This is a critical step to prepare for the egg retrieval.

7. Can I still go to work or school?

Yes, you can typically continue with your work or school activities while participating in the egg donation process. The majority of the process, including hormone injections, is designed to fit within your daily routine. However, you may need to attend several monitoring appointments, which could require some flexibility in your schedule. On the day of the egg retrieval, you’ll need to take time off for the procedure and recovery, but this usually involves just a brief period away from work or school.

8. Do I have legal responsibilities if I agree to become a donor?

As an egg donor, you generally won’t have any legal responsibilities toward any children born from your donated eggs. Egg donation is conducted under strict agreements that ensure the donor relinquishes all parental rights. CCRM Fertility thoroughly reviews this with you during the process to understand all implications fully.

9. Will the recipients meet me?

Our egg donation program is anonymous, meaning you won’t meet the recipients. However, in certain states, once the child reaches the age of 18, they may have access to identifying information. While we strive to preserve your anonymity, there are legal and environmental factors that might influence this.

10. Can I donate more than once?

Yes, you can donate eggs more than once, provided you remain healthy and continue to meet the eligibility criteria. The maximum number of donations is generally up to six times, though there may be additional state-level criteria that apply.