To become an egg donor, you must meet a few requirements so that we can make sure that you are healthy and that your eggs are of good quality. Therefore, please take a moment to read the requirements below before you apply.
Egg donor requirements at Cryos
What are the requirements to become an egg donor?
To become an egg donor, you must:
- Be between 18 and 34 years old
- Be in good health – both physically and mentally
- Have a BMI (Body Mass Index) between 18-30 (WHO’s definition of BMI)
- Be able to attend a few appointments at Cryos in Aarhus during the donation process
If you can say yes to all the above-mentioned criteria, and you are ready to start the process of becoming an egg donor at Cryos, please go ahead and send us your application.
Why do egg donors need to meet these criteria?
Egg donors at Cryos need to meet the requirements to comply with the legal regulations in this area and to improve the chances of their eggs being of good quality. The quality of the eggs is important to optimize the chances of successful fertility treatment for the recipient. Furthermore, making sure that the egg donor is healthy reduces the risk of passing on medical conditions to the child. You can see our advice on how to improve your fertility here.
How do you become an egg donor?
If you meet the requirements and you would like to become an egg donor, you need to go through a few steps before you can donate your eggs:
1. Fill out the egg donor application form
2. Complete a health questionnaire
3. Attend a meeting with a donor coordinator from Cryos
4. Go through a psychological assessment
5. Go through a clinical examination
6. Go through stimulation and monitoring to grow and mature eggs
7. Undergo the egg retrieval procedure
Learn more about the egg donation process here.
Why donate your eggs?
Being an egg donor is rewarding in more than one way. Besides the great feeling of helping families who dream of a child, you will also receive a financial compensation of 7,200 DKK and a free and comprehensive health evaluation, including not only genetic screening and infectious disease testing but also insights into your own fertility. Learn more about the reasons to become an egg donor here.
Any questions?
If you have any questions, or if you are unsure about the egg donor requirements, please contact us. We will be more than happy to answer your questions.
Frequently asked questions about egg donor requirements
How many times can I donate eggs?
You can donate eggs 6 times.
What are the most common reasons for disqualification?
Most donors are disqualified for medical or genetic reasons.
Will I be compensated if I meet the requirements?
If you meet the requirements and are accepted as an egg donor you will receive your compensation after the egg retrieval. Learn more about your compensation as an egg donor here.