Sperm donation involves the provision of sperm by a healthy male to a sperm bank or fertility clinic for the purpose of inseminating a woman who is not his sexual partner.Heterosexual couples dealing with male infertility, lesbian couples, and single women are the majority of recipients of donor sperm.There are many qualifications to meet before a sperm bank or fertility clinic will accept a donor as a client.
Step 1: You should be healthy.
Fertility clinics and sperm banks screen for health issues and sexual preferences.The exclusion of men with hereditary diseases and those with chronic diseases is due to the negative impact on sperm production and motility.You can't have any exposure to any of the infectious diseases.Before acceptance, blood samples are taken.At sperm banks, sperm health is usually defined as a sperm count of 70 million/ml, 70% motility, and at least 60% normal in appearance.Sperm health in sperm donors needs to be better than average because some sperm die in the freezing and thawing process.There are a lot of common hereditary diseases.
Step 2: You should be younger than 40.
Most fertility clinics and sperm banks require that you be younger than 40 years old to be a sperm donor.Some men produce healthy sperm after the age of 40, but others have lower sperm counts and are less likely to have children.When it comes to sperm health, lifestyle, diet and overall health are better indicators than chronological age.Some facilities have an age limit as low as 35 years.The minimum age requirement is usually 19 or 20 years.Male sperm donors can be paid as much as 100 dollars per viable sample.
Step 3: Only if you're at least average height can you apply.
There are height restrictions on who can donate sperm in the US and many other countries.The recipients of sperm almost always request taller donors so the sperm banks and fertility clinic comply with their wishes.You must be at least 5'7" to qualify for sperm donors at many facilities.Environmental factors such as poor nutrition as a child and exposure to toxins can affect short height.Taller children tend to fit in better among their peers and eventually have a higher chance of success with dating, marriage and mating.
Step 4: Realize that education is important.
Most sperm banks and fertility clinics require proof of post-secondary education for men who don't attend university or college.Some sperm banks only accept donors who are graduates of Ivy League schools and then market that information to justify their higher costs.There is virtually no chance of being accepted as a sperm donor if you are uneducated.It's just the admission and completion of a program that matter to sperm banks and fertility clinics.50% to 80% of sperm within a sample of ejaculate do not survive the freezing process at sperm banks and fertility clinics.
Step 5: Prepare to make a commitment.
Most sperm banks and fertility clinics don't accept donors who want to go through the process once.Most people want a commitment in terms of the number of times they visit and the amount of time they stay.The ability to monitor and compare sperm samples for quality and evidence of poor health or bad lifestyle changes is what most companies think of as stability.Blood and sperm samples are routinely screened for drug use, which can alter and damage sperm.Red hair is not encouraged at some clinics, but all hair and eye colors are encouraged.People who buy donated sperm prefer red hair.Caucasians tend to use donated sperm the most, so Caucasian sperm donors are the majority.African Americans and Asian Americans may be in high demand in some markets.
Step 6: The screening and interview process should be done first.
After meeting the initial requirements of age, height, health and sexual practices, sperm donor candidates then progress to the screening and interview process in order to substantiate their claims and get a better feel for their personality and willingness to make a commitmentIf you haven't already filled out one, you will need to complete a medical history questionnaire with your immediate family.The personal interview and blood and semen samples follow the questionnaire.The contract needs to be signed if it is accepted.Adoptions disqualify people from being sperm donors because their family history can't be verified.Mental health can sometimes be an issue because some conditions, such as schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder, may have genetic links.Sperm count and motility rates can be established with multiple samples.
Step 7: It's important to give a good sample.
If you want to be accepted as a sperm donor, you need to give the best sample you can.In order to get the highest counts possible, donors are usually asked to abstain from sex for at least 2 days before giving a sperm sample.Get a good night's sleep, avoid alcohol and cigarette smoke, drink plenty of water, and eat a healthy meal before you give a sperm sample.Some supplements may help improve the health of your sperm.It is possible to increase your sperm count by taking a combination of vitamins.It can take as many as 8 inseminations for a woman to become pregnant and most sperm banks and fertility clinics ask for weekly sperm deposits.
Step 8: Learn how to ejaculate in a clinical setting.
Most fertility clinics and sperm banks require you to ejaculate while on their premises to ensure that it's your sperm sample.The sample will be provided in a private room.Clinical settings are not known for their sexual atmosphere, so you will have to learn how to control your feelings of awkwardness and nervousness.The increasing usage of porn in the U.S. has dulled many men to its effects.You can't use saliva or water to masturbate due to the negative effects on sperm health.Use vivid sexual imagery in your head and consider bringing a device that stimulates your genitals to the clinic.Sperm samples are usually frozen for 6 months after the initial STD screening.The sperm sample is tested again to make sure it's safe.There are no legal rights or responsibilities for the kids conceived from the sperm of donors at sperm banks.