Egg Donation

Understanding Egg Donation: The Process at Venus IVF

IVF (In vitro fertilization) is the last option in the process of any fertility treatment. Although women may not produce fertilized eggs still it is possible that IVF fertility treatment can be used through egg donation. This process allows parents to complete their family and for this, a fertile and healthy woman can donate her eggs to help others.

In many IVF treatments, egg donation is used to achieve pregnancy which requires the removal of mature eggs from a donor. Egg donation has some complexity so only the expert IVF clinic can perform this process to ensure safety. Here at Venus IVF, we take prospective donors step by step throughout the entire process so they know exactly what to expect.

What is Egg Donation?

Egg donation is an ART (assisted reproductive technique) where a female can donate their eggs and help other women to achieve pregnancy. In the donor process, she undergoes various stages including the quality of the eggs. Then healthy are chosen and fertilized with either the partner's sperm or the donor's sperm. The egg donation is a great opportunity for all those women who do not produce fertilized eggs.

The average number of eggs donated in one cycle ranges from 5 to 24 while this mainly depends on the age, health status, and fertility of the donor. In some cases, egg donors are paid although the compensation varies in terms of the amount and quality recovered.

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Who can use Egg Donation?

Women who cannot develop eggs because of age advancement from 35 to 42 years and above can use egg donations.

Also, those suffering from any of these diseases generally support of egg donation-

  • Low ovarian reserve
  • Premature ovarian failure due to autoimmune conditions or others
  • Past chemotherapy or surgical menopause
  • Medical conditions the child could inherit

Egg donation is also a source of hope for women unable to get pregnant due to other medical conditions leading to infertility, as a way of artificially becoming pregnant with a healthy embryo.

Criteria for Egg Donation

Venus IVF follows very stern rules regarding its functioning, which is certified by the Indian Council of Medical Research. The process followed for the donors is anonymous and the selection of the donors is done considering some conditions in mind such as:

  1. She must be a fit woman, usually between 21 and 35 years.
  2. She must have at least one child of her own.
  3. Comprehensive medical and psychological screenings are a must for her.
  4. She has to undergo tests for infectious diseases like HIV and Hepatitis.
  5. The donor will also have to process legal forms that will ensure the process is done ethically and legally.
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What can you expect during the Egg donation process?

The process of egg donation has many stages, and each has its unique physical, emotional, and legal undertones. All of them, from screening through to retrieval, are taken care of by the fertility clinic. Here is what’s involved:

Physical Effects: The drugs and pills used for inducing ovarian stimulation trigger side effects of hot flashes, mood swings, bloatedness, headache, or nausea.

Egg Retrieval: The treatment is performed under IVF experts, but there can be occasional minor cramping or slight flow sometimes after the treatment.

Psychological Impact: Even though many consider egg donation to be a rewarding experience, it also causes some form of emotional and psychological distress. Support from fertility specialists and counselors will be helpful.

Step-by-Step Guide on the Process of Egg Donation by Venus IVF

Here is how the process of egg donation works at Venus IVF

Step 1: Donor Screening and Matching

The whole process begins with the screening of potential donors which a few medical exams take place like blood tests, psychological tests, and a review of family medical history. If a donor is healthy then only it will matched with the recipient for further process.

Step 2: Coordination of Cycles

The donor's menstrual cycle is coordinated with the recipient's for the best possible outcome. While these steps are underway, the recipient may initiate medication like estrogen to prepare her uterus, and the donor begins ovarian stimulation to achieve mature eggs.

Stage 3: Egg Retrieval and Fertilization

The egg retrieval is done under anesthesia with ultrasound guidance, simultaneously donating sperm from the intended father or accepting a donor. Within the lab, eggs are fertilized, and carefully monitored embryos are transferred.

Stage 4: Embryo Transfer

After 3 to 5 days after the fertilization strop, the embryo developed is ready to be transferred to the recipients. Only 1 or 2 embryos are used in the process and the remaining left are stored frozen for future requirements. Next, she'll be scheduled for a pregnancy test after the transfer to be sure that it was indeed successful. If the pregnancy test is positive, then the recipient will continue with prenatal care. When the transfer fails, the remaining embryos can be used for another round.

Risks and Side Effects for the Donor

Though safe, there do exist some risks and side effects which must be considered as follows:

Risks of Pregnancy: In the cycle, donors should strictly avoid unprotected sex because they risk getting pregnant.

Side Effects of Medications: Hormonal medicines can cause several temporary side effects like mood swings, headaches, and nausea. These are normal symptoms during the IVF treatment.

Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome (OHSS): OHSS is the rarely occurring case in which the ovaries become swollen and can cause pain. Sometimes it can lead to nausea and even shortness of breath can be presenting symptoms.

Ovarian Torsion: In a few instances, swollen ovaries may twist which can cause sharp pains but this is an extremely rare case.

Infection: In the case of surgery, there is a small risk of infection with egg retrieval.

Our expert team of doctors and caretakers continue to keep a close eye on our donors to ensure that complications do not crop up as much as possible.

Factors Affecting the Success of Egg Donation with IVF

The success of the egg donation with IVF depends on the following factors:

1. Age of the Donor– The donor between 21 and 35 years of age has healthier eggs and also responds amazingly to fertility treatments.

2. Donor Health– The health of the donor is a more reliable predictor in leading to high-quality eggs in greater numbers.

3. Genetic Health– There must be no dominant family history of genetic disorders. Both of them should be healthy; otherwise, higher-quality eggs will not be obtained in large numbers.

The egg donation can be an emotionally critical decision and every person might have different views on it. Despite the complex process, this is a very important one for many families to gain their dreams of parenthood. The process does include screening, various medical treatments, and sometimes even legal considerations. So if you’re thinking about donating your eggs, it’s good to know the procedure and risks entailed.

About our egg donation in Kathmandu services, here at Venus IVF, you will receive professional care from egg donation to IVF. Whether you are looking into egg donation or IVF treatment, our team and we are here to help you make an informed decision. Just let us know if you have questions or to schedule an appointment.

At Venus IVF, we offer expert fertility treatments for men and women, helping you achieve your dream family.

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