Got a question about Egg Donation?
Frequently asked Questions
If you’re considering egg donation, it’s likely you still have some questions. We’ve covered the topics we’re often asked about below, but if there is anything you are unsure about then contact us and we can arrange a chat.
The whole process from your first contact with us, through to donation will take 1-3 months. This includes our initial consultation, screening tests and scans, treatment and the donation procedure. You will be taking stimulation hormones for up to 2 weeks before your eggs are collected, and on the day of collection, you’ll be in the clinic for around 2 hours or until feeling well enough to leave, although the procedure itself takes 20 minutes.
We scan and monitor you regularly through your donation cycle, so we know the treatment is progressing safely. On the day of the procedure, we will give you a time to arrive at the clinic for which is roughly 30 minutes before aspiration. We collect your eggs while you are under local anaesthetic and morphine if needed. Our nurses will take care of you after the procedure, and you’ll be able to go home within 30-60 minutes afterwards. If you have had morphine you will need to be picked up.
Yes, part of the donation process is a full fertility consultation and screening process that will review key areas of fertility. We will discuss the results with you and proposed next steps should it be required.
Yes, but we recommend donors abstain for a few days before and after egg collection and make sure you use protection.
No, smokers (including vaping) cannot donate because smoking can damage the quality of your eggs. Being a non-smoker means that you have not smoked in the last 3 months.
You will receive compensation of up to DKK7,000 for each egg donation treatment cycle. This payment is to reasonably cover any financial losses you might encounter in connection with your donation.
It's very unlikely that donating your eggs will have any negative effects on your fertility.
You'll need to come to the clinic between 6-10 times.
Taking medication may produce a little discomfort but the egg collection will not hurt.
When you become an egg donor you will be asked for certain details. This information will initially be used by the clinic to assess your suitability as an egg donor. When you go on to become an egg donor that information will then be passed on. Your information will always be kept confidential and stored in line with Data Protection legislation.
This procedure is performed in theatre under local anaesthetic and takes around 20 minutes.
No, you’ll need to pause any birth control that affects your cycle, for example the pill, coil or an implant. Doctors will advise you when you can restart.
The egg collection procedure is safe but not completely without risks. The risks are minimal and will be explained to you by your consultant so you are fully aware of them.
The whole process from your first contact with us, through to donation will take 1-3 months. This includes our initial call, screening tests and scans, treatment and the donation procedure. You will be taking stimulation hormones for up to 2 weeks before your eggs are collected, and on the day of collection, you’ll be in the clinic for two hours, although the procedure itself takes 20 minutes.
We recognise the incredible gift you have chosen to give, and your treatment is every bit as important as that of the women who will go on to receive your eggs, our team are available should you need to ask us anything. If you change your mind at any time, you can pause or stop the process.
Yes, you will need to bring passport ID and completed consent forms with you to your initial consultation.
If any concern is found the doctor, will talk you through the results and detail the next steps. We will support you through whatever occurs. Our counsellors are also available to you through any surprise result. We are happy to pass on any results to your regular doctor if needed.
We’ll tailor the dose of hormonal medication for you, with doses designed to get an optimal response from your ovaries before your eggs are collected. The medication will be in the form of daily injections administered under the skin for around 2 weeks before your egg collection. We spend as long as you need going over how to take the medication at your treatment consultation, and most women find it very straightforward.
You may feel some abdominal discomfort and there may be some light bleeding. We recommend you bring a friend/family member with you on the day.
Yes, you can but this will need to be done as part of an egg sharing cycle rather than pure egg donation. Let us know during your enquiry if this is something you are considering.