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Egg Donor Requirements

Am I Eligible to Donate?

Some criteria are fixed. Others are evaluated during screening. Here is a clear breakdown of what is required, what is reviewed, and what to expect.

Quick Answer

To donate eggs, you must be 19–29 years old, have a BMI of 27 or below, be a US resident or citizen, and be a non-smoker with no active drug use. Additional factors — including ovarian reserve (AMH blood test), mental health history, and family medical history — are evaluated individually during medical screening and are not automatic disqualifiers.

Baseline Eligibility

These Requirements Are Fixed

These criteria are required before an application can move forward. They are not evaluated case by case.

Age
19 – 29 years old
Ovarian reserve and egg quality are the primary reasons for the upper limit.
BMI
27 or below
Higher BMI can affect response to stimulation medications and anesthesia safety.
Residency
US resident or citizen
Required for FDA compliance and legal agreement execution.
Education
High school diploma or higher
Many intended parents include educational background in their match criteria.
Tobacco & Vaping
Non-user
Nicotine in any form significantly reduces egg quality and stimulation response.
Substances
No active drug use
All donors are tested for common substances as part of medical screening.
Medical Screening

What Gets Evaluated — Not Automatically Disqualifying

These factors are reviewed by our clinical partners during screening. Many donors who are uncertain about one of these areas are still cleared to donate after evaluation.

Ovarian Reserve
Measured via AMH blood test and antral follicle count (AFC) ultrasound. Must meet minimum thresholds for stimulation to be appropriate.
Reproductive History
A prior pregnancy or live birth can be reassuring but is not required for first-time donors. Our clinical partners evaluate each case.
Genetic Carrier Status
Expanded carrier screening is completed for 200+ hereditary conditions. Carrying a gene variant does not automatically disqualify you — it is disclosed to intended parents for their decision.
Mental Health History
A psychological evaluation with a licensed therapist is required. Conditions managed with medication or therapy are reviewed case by case. Active untreated psychosis or schizophrenia spectrum disorders are disqualifying.
Family Medical History
We review heritable conditions in your immediate family. Many are documented and disclosed but do not disqualify you.
Current Medications
Some hormonal contraceptives (particularly Depo-Provera) require a waiting period before donation. Other medications are evaluated individually with the clinical team.
Infectious Disease Panel
FDA-mandated testing for HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and CMV. Active infections are disqualifying; most prior exposures are not.
Ovarian Structure
Persistent cysts or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are evaluated by the fertility clinic. PCOS donors can sometimes participate with adjusted protocols.
Practical Considerations

Schedule and Availability

The donation process is time-limited but requires reliable availability during the active cycle. Here is what to plan for.

Schedule Flexibility
Monitoring appointments occur in the mornings, every 1–2 days, during the 10–14 day stimulation phase. Most clinics schedule before 9 AM.
Self-Administration of Injections
Daily subcutaneous injections are required during stimulation. The clinic provides training and support, and many donors find it straightforward after the first few days.
Clinic Access
You need to be within commuting distance of one of our partnered fertility clinics in Southern California, or willing to arrange temporary relocation for the monitoring period.
Retrieval Day Commitment
The egg retrieval procedure takes about 20–30 minutes under sedation. You will need the rest of that day off and a responsible adult to drive you home.
No Active Military Deployment
Donation requires consistent local availability for approximately 4–6 weeks from start to completion. Active deployment is not compatible with the timeline.

Not Sure If You Qualify?

A lot of potential donors disqualify themselves before they even reach out — often unnecessarily. If you meet the basic age, BMI, and residency requirements, submit an inquiry. Our coordinators review each application individually and will tell you honestly whether you are a candidate.

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