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Lend a hand to Aussies in need by becoming a sperm donor.

Making a sperm donation is one of the most generous things you can do, as it gives others the chance to have a baby. There is a significant need for sperm donations in Australia, with thousands of people waiting for sperm donors to help them grow their family.

The reasons why people need to access donor sperm are varied, and include those having difficulty conceiving because of male reproductive issues, single women who want to have a child, and same sex and LGBTQ+ people wanting to grow their family.

IVFAustralia has a dedicated and experienced donor team who provide guidance and support for donors and recipients throughout the process.

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Reasons to become a sperm donor

There are many reasons people decide to become sperm donors. Some of these include;

• Wanting to make a difference that will last a lifetime
• You or someone you know has struggled with infertility
• You have children of your own, and want to help others experience that joy
• You’d like to help someone you know who needs a sperm donor

Plus during the process you'll get information about your personal health and fertility, including the results of a semen analysis and genetic screening for risk factors.

Who can be a sperm donor?

If you’re a healthy man aged between 21 and 46, and you’re willing to donate altruistically (without payment), we’d love to hear from you.

Our experienced donor team will be happy to talk you through the process in more detail.

Can I be a completely anonymous donor?

No. The privacy of all donors is protected until the child is aged 18, however, once a child is born from a sperm donation we are required to provide identifying details of the donor to the NSW Health Central Register. When the child is aged 18, they will be able to access this information.The reason for this is that in the past, many donor conceived individuals have reported extreme distress about the absence or lack of information about their biological parents. Nowadays, the exchange of this information, once the child has turned 18 years of age, is an important part of the process.

Can I be paid to be a sperm donor?

In Australia, it’s illegal to take payment for any human tissue, including sperm. However, you can be reimbursed for any expenses you incur through the process of donating sperm, this includes things like parking, travel, and medical expenses. This is either paid by the recipient if they are known to you, or by IVFAustralia.

The sperm donation process - step by step

The step-by-step process involved in sperm donation is outlined below:

Step 1 - A meeting will take place with our Donor Coordinator to discuss your eligibility to donate. This includes discussing your current social and lifestyle factors, you and your family's medical history and your motivation to donate.

Step 2 - Your donation journey will commence with a semen analysis to determine your sperm quality and suitability to donate.

Step 3 - You will have two sessions with an IVFAustralia counsellor to discuss the social, ethical and legal implications of sperm donation. During this time you will complete a profile about yourself, provide a family medical history, and will also sign consent forms for donation. If you have a current partner, they must also attend these sessions to ensure you are both comfortable and clear about the process involved

Step 4 - An appointment will be made for you to meet with one of our Fertility Specialists or our Donor Nurse Practitioner who will record your medical history, including both your physical and mental health, and discuss your semen analysis results.

Step 5 - You will complete screening of your blood for infectious diseases and some genetic conditions.

Step 6 - Once all the test results are back, we will notify you of them and plan (together with you) visits to our clinic for your donation appointments. We will need you to make between five and ten sperm donation appointments to ensure we have enough sperm in storage to donate.

Step 7 - Our Genetic Counsellor will call you to discuss your family medical history, and to explain the genetic tests that have been performed

Step 8 - Your sperm is quarantined for three or six months, after which time we ask you to attend for a further blood test, for a final screen for infectious diseases. Once complete, your sperm can be cleared for use. It will then be released to our recipients for IVF treatment, to help them conceive their baby.

Step 9 - Once a baby is born from your donation, we are required to provide your identifying details to the NSW Health Central Register. The privacy of all donors is protected until the donor conceived child is 18, at which age they can access this information.

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How do I become a sperm donor?

If you are interested in becoming a sperm donor complete the form below or call 1800 111 483.

We’ll make sure the process is as simple and straightforward as possible for you, including:

• Flexible appointment times to fit with your schedule, and counselling sessions to ensure you (and your partner if applicable) are comfortable with the process
• Tests and collection in our private clinics at a location convenient to you
• Complete confidentiality throughout the process
• Reimbursement for any expenses you incur (parking, travel, medical expenses)

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