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Uncover the Unexpected: Benefits and Practical Considerations of Using Donor Eggs
In assisted reproductive medicine, using donor eggs is a common option for couples suffering from permanent infertility and premature menopause.
While the journey of using donor eggs can bring about a rollercoaster of emotions and ethical ruminations, there are also unexpected benefits and practical aspects that many couples may not be readily educated about. In this article, we will make you aware of ten things that you may not know about using donor eggs and shed light on the lesser-discussed facets of this fertility treatment option.
Increased Success Rates
One of the core benefits of donor egg IVF you may not have heard of is much higher success rates compared to traditional IVF cycles using own eggs (it is especially true if you have already turned 40). Donor eggs always come from young, healthy donors, and this fact significantly improves the probability of a successful pregnancy and live birth. In NGC, we manage to achieve 62% clinical pregnancy rate using donor eggs and genetic screening of embryos (PGT-a). It is an extremely promising forecast for couples struggling with infertility.
Genetic Screening
Using donor eggs allows couples to use biomaterial from a genetically tested woman. All donors at NGC pass karyotype and NextGen21 screening, as well as genetic counseling. This approach helps identify potential hereditary genetic disorders and significantly reduce the risk of passing these conditions to the child.
Preservation of Genetic Legacy
While the main donor egg program’s downside is the fact that the child will not be genetically related to the intended mother, it still allows a 50% genetic link if husband’s sperm is used in in vitro fertilization. Egg donation is a meaningful way for couples to create a family and preserve their genetic lineage despite all fertility challenges.
Emotional Support and Connection
The process of using donor eggs can be emotionally draining. It is often very hard to simply let the idea of having a baby using own eggs go and use biomaterial from a third party instead. However, almost all couples find ways to reconnect in face of the issue by engaging in an open dialogue that precedes donor egg IVF. You should also refer to the comprehending team of NGC, and maybe consider passing psychological counseling and joining online support groups. This comprehensive approach will certainly help you come to terms with the emotions and stay on the even keel.
Legal Protections
In Russia, using donor eggs is governed by strict legal regulations to protect the rights of all parties: The future parents, the egg donor, and the child. Couples (recipients) and donors always remain anonymous to each other, meaning that the identities are fully confidential and will be disclosed under no circumstances. However, at NGC one can also access non-anonymous donation. In this type of program, your baby will be able to request the donor’s identifying information upon legally reaching adulthood. The legal framework of the process and the safety provided by agreements at NGC are designed to help keep the peace of mind and remained protected throughout the donor egg journey.
Flexibility of Traits
With the access to NGC’s large donor database, you can choose a donor in whom all your desired qualities will align. The selection process is vastly simplified by the availability of adult photos and very detailed profiles composed of more than 70 characteristics. You can consider not only basic factors such as physical characteristics and educational background, but also learn about personality traits and hobbies of your donor. We have developed our database in a way to give you a sense of control and vision.
Minimal Waiting Time
Unlike with traditional IVF cycles that may involve waiting for you to undergo a few rounds of ovarian stimulation, with donor eggs we expect to obtain healthy embryos quickly. Many of NGC’s patients get pregnant after the 1st embryo transfer. This can be beneficial for women approaching the age of 42 who are eager to start their family and prefer an effective approach to conception rather than investing themselves in multiple attempts that are unlikely to yield results.
Reduced Risk of Genetic Abnormalities
Since donor eggs are recruited only from young, healthy ladies, the risk of genetic abnormalities such as chromosomal disorders is lowered. NGC also uses a special inherited disease screening test NextGen21. Fully designed by our specialists, the panel allows excluding the risks of hereditary diseases associated with recessive mutations that donor’s own genes may contain.
Sibling Potential
If you use donor eggs, it opens up the possibility of having genetic siblings for the child conceived through the same donor later in life. For couples who wish to have multiple children genetically related to each other, we at NGC recommend opting for an individual cycle with fertilisation of all donor eggs retrieved within the cycle. Using donor eggs will allow for expanding your family with biologically connected siblings.
NGC offers you 100% Guarantee of Clinical pregnancy or Full Refund if this condition isn’t met. We created our IVF programs with a guaranteed clinical pregnancy or money-back option to provide you the ultimate assurance and peace of mind, as well as a fixed financial plan. If you don’t achieve pregnancy within the specified number of attempts, you are free to decide between full refund and an additional treatment cycle. We share the risks: Our Clinical pregnancy guarantee prioritizes the result and diminishes the anxiety associated with multiple cycles of IVF treatment. As a result, you feel confident and financially protected every step of the way. Please note: In order to qualify for the program, the patient must be younger than 45 and have no uterine abnormality in their medical history.
Using donor eggs can offer couples struggling with infertility a range of benefits that may not be aware of. From increased success rates and genetic screening to emotional support and legal protections, donor egg IVF is greater than the sum of its parts. Embark on this one of a kind journey with confidence and clarity by applying to NGC!
