The process to become an egg donor is not an overly complicated procedure in many women opt to become egg donors to be able to provide other women and families with the ability to have children and be fairly compensated for it. Most egg donor clinics have similar processes and procedures on how to become an egg donor, which can be found below.

Research and Intake

Most potential egg donors start the process through their own research experience by learning about egg donation online. With the ability to research almost any topic on the Internet women are becoming more aware of the processes and procedures on how to become an egg donor. However there is a caveat of warning to those seeking to become an egg donor that this phase is simply to provide background information for when you actually approach at designated clinic in your area. As all clinics operate slightly differently with different processes and procedures that may be unique to the region or state. Most clinics start with the first consultation, online application or other first screenings to ensure you are able to move on to the next step.

Donor screening

To become a donor most clinics require comprehensive medical testing, psychological evaluation and even extensive background questionnaires relating to medical history and racial characteristics. Some clinics will require only pre-screening until a recipient is found at which time full medical screening would be completed. Medical screening tests could include tests for sexually transmitted diseases, HIV testing, genetic mutation or disease indicators as well as tests for alcohol and substance abuse. This process can last 6 to 10 weeks once a match with a recipient is concluded. Ultimate appointment in meeting time flexibility is something that most clinics appreciate and look for in donors.

Legal consultation

The best clinics will also provide free legal consultation to both donor and recipient regarding anonymity and legal rights according to the process and legislation in the area of the clinic. This consultation could include the differences between donor legislation in states like Colorado or other states. It is important to understand that once eggs are retrieved you effectively relinquish all rights to those eggs.

Medication Cycle

Upon the beginning of your next menstrual cycle will also generally begin the start of the medication cycle which includes a three phase hormonal injection cycle. These hormonal drugs help control the release of mature eggs in multiples allowing one retrieval date. During this time period approximately six or seven injections will need to be made either at the clinic or by yourself.

Retrieval

Upon the last injection, at 34 to 36 hours afterwards you will need to be accompanied to the clinic for egg retrieval. During the process you will need conscious sedation which requires IV injection and the reason for the companion to drive you home. A suction needle is then used to remove the eggs from the ovaries. The remainder of the day should be spent in recovery and relaxation.

The process is similar on how to become egg donor whether you live in Colorado or in another state in the US. The process is fairly standard with small deviations pending on the clinic and their services offered to the egg recipient.