Egg Donor Criteria

Do You Meet the Criteria?

Take a look at our list of requirements to become an egg donor. Use the handy calculator below to get your BMI.

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Egg Donor Criteria

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Female aged between 19 and 33 years old

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A ‘normal’ healthy weight ie a BMI of between 18 and 28 (height and weight are proportionate) To calculate your BMI, enter your details into the handy BMI calculator above.

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Be free of any serious medical problems and not have any history of genetically transmittable diseases

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Be free of drug use or alcohol addiction

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Have a healthy, regular menstrual cycle (unless you have a Mirena or are on the injection – we understand this can affect your cycle which is acceptable)

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Have a flexible schedule and be able to attend 6 -7 medical appointments over a 2/3 month period (during regular office hours)

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Be willing to complete a detailed online application regarding yourself and immediate family

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Be willing to self administer daily medication injections for +- 10 days during the actual donation period (or have someone who is willing to assist you)

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Be willing to undergo a light anaesthetic for the egg retrieval

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Be 100% committed to helping the intended parents create the family they’ve struggled for

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Must follow the Doctor’s, IVF co-ordinators and Grace Donors representative’s instructions diligently

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Be reliable, responsible and communicative

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Have constant access to a working email address