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Thinking of Becoming an Egg Donor? 5 Things You Need to Know
By: Jennifer Landis
Thinking of becoming an egg donor? Make sure you understand all the ins and outs of egg donation so you don’t make a decision you might regret later.
Fertility problems are more common than you might think. About 10 percent of American women ages 15–44 will experience fertility problems. For women who don’t have their own viable eggs, donor eggs are often the only option for a natural pregnancy. Fertility specialists rely on healthy donors to supply these eggs.
What do you need to know before becoming an egg donor?
1. The screening process is intense
A lot of women choose to donate their eggs because of the excellent compensation that is offered. But, the screening process to become an egg donor is intense. You will be required to complete both physical and psychological screenings to be eligible to donate.
The physical screening is relatively straightforward. You’ll have an ultrasound to inspect the health of your ovaries and determine if you’re a good candidate for donation. The doctor will also draw blood and go over your medical history.
