SPERM DONATION
CYPRUS SPERM DONATION
Having children is one of the most important goals in many couples' lives. However, in some cases, it may not be possible to conceive naturally. For couples experiencing male infertility issues or single women, sperm donation offers a significant option to fulfill the dream of having children. Cyprus has become a globally preferred destination for sperm donation treatment. The main reasons for this include favorable legal regulations, high success rates, quality healthcare services, and reasonable pricing. Particularly for patients coming from Turkey, the lack of language barriers and geographical proximity also provide significant advantages.
What is Sperm Donation?
Sperm donation is the use of donor sperm for in vitro fertilization in cases where the male partner does not produce sperm (azoospermia) or has low sperm quality, or when there is a risk of a genetic disease being passed on to the baby. Women without a male partner can also resort to this method.In sperm donation procedures, sperm samples obtained from accredited sperm banks that have passed all health tests and have proven fertilization capacity are used. Donor sperm is used to fertilize the eggs of the female partner, and the resulting embryos are transferred to the female partner's uterus.At the Cyprus Omni IVF Clinic, sperm donation treatment is carried out using modern medical technologies in accordance with international standards. The treatment process involves stimulating the female partner's ovaries, collecting the eggs, fertilizing them with donor sperm in a laboratory setting, and transferring the resulting embryos.
Legal Status of Sperm Donation in CyprusIn
Cyprus, IVF and donation treatment processes are subject to the Law No. 57/2014 regulating 'Human Cell, Tissue, and Organ Transplantation'. According to this law:Donor sperm used must be sourced from accredited sperm banks.The donor's age must be between 20 and 45 years.Laboratory and genetic tests defined by the law must be performed.In donor cycles, the number of transfers is determined in accordance with the limitations of IVF cycles, taking into account parameters such as the ages and prognoses of the donor and the recipient, as well as the quality of the embryos to be transferred.
PrivacyIn
the sperm donation practice, the identities of both the donor and the recipient are kept confidential. Applicant couples can only access the information on the donor's profile form, while the donor's photo, identity, and contact information remain secret. Similarly, donors cannot access information about the couples who use their sperm.According to the legal regulations in Cyprus, it is not possible to access the identity information of the donor. Since personal information confidentiality is 100%, it is absolutely impossible for anyone to access this information.
Who Can Apply for Sperm Donation?
Sperm donation treatment may be preferred in the following situations: atients with no sPperm production in the male partner (azospermia): Men who have no sperm production due to congenital or acquired reasons. Insufficient sperm parameters: Couples experiencing repeated unsuccessful IVF attempts due to severe oligoasthenoteratozoospermia.. Couples Couples experiencing fertilization failure due to sperm issues with failed IVF attempts due to severe sperm morphological defects (megalomale, pin-head, immature sperm, centriolar defects, etc.).
Male carrier of genetic disease: Couples with a hereditary genetic disease/carrier presence in the male partner, where the origin (gene mutation) cannot be identified.
Single women without a male partner who wish to have children. Men with Klinefelter syndrome. Couples Preferring the ROPA Method: . A technique that allows a couple consisting of two women to actively share the process of in vitro fertilization is that one of them is the genetic mother providing the egg, while the other is the biological mother carrying the pregnancy.
TREATMENT PROCESS AND PROCEDURES
Pre-treatment tests
sperm donation treatment, a comprehensive evaluation of the female partner is required. This evaluation includes ovarian reserve, uterine structure, and overall health status.
Tests required for women:
FSH, LH, E2, PRL (to be done on the 2nd or 3rd day of menstrual bleeding)AMHTSH, T3, T4 testsComplete Blood CountFasting Blood SugarUrea, SGOT, SGPTPTZ, INR, APTTFolic Acid, Vit B12 and Vit DBlood Group AnalysisHbsAg, Anti-HBc total, Anti-HCV, HIV, VDRLPelvic Ultrasound Report, (USG or HSG)
Sperm Donor Selection
Sperm samples chosen for donation have been screened for all routine infectious and genetic diseases in advance, and are proven to be viable sperm. Depending on the requests of the couples seeking treatment, sperm is selected for treatment by ensuring compatibility of blood types and physical characteristics. For the sperm to be used in the donation, a donor is chosen who resembles the male partner in terms of physical characteristics from blood type-compatible donors. All donor sperm is obtained from accredited sperm banks abroad in accordance with the relevant law.
Treatment Process
The sperm donation treatment process consists of the following stages.
Preparation Process for Female Partner:
Consultation with specialist physician: Medical history will be taken, physical examination and necessary tests will be planned. Meeting with coordinator: Transportation and accommodation arrangements will be planned. Psychological counseling: Couples may seek counseling regarding questions about the donation process and afterwards, as well as any social or psychological concerns. Conducting tests: Relevant screening tests will be requested for the woman. Ultrasonographic examination: Performed to analyze the structure of the uterus.
Stimulation Protocol:
The treatment begins on the 2nd or 3rd day of the potential mother's menstrual cycle. Egg-stimulating and proliferative hormone injections are started at an appropriate dosage. This treatment lasts approximately 9-15 days, completed by performing ultrasound every 2-3 days and checking hormone levels as necessary.
Egg Collection:
When the eggs reach a sufficient number and size (18-20 mm), a puncture needle is given. The egg collection procedure is performed under anesthesia 34-36 hours later. The procedure takes approximately 10-15 minutes.
Laboratory Stage: The collected eggs are fertilized with the selected donor sperm using the ICSI method. The embryos formed from fertilization are examined in the laboratory for 3 to 5 days.
Embryo Transfer: The highest quality embryos are selected and the embryo transfer is performed very briefly and painlessly. The transfer process is a simple and quick procedure (approximately 15 minutes).
Pregnancy Test: Depending on the developmental stage of the transferred embryos, the pregnancy test (Beta hCG) to be checked from the blood is determined 9 or 12 days after the transfer. If a positive result is obtained, it is necessary to check the pregnancy sac with an ultrasound examination 2-3 weeks after the test.
Stay Process in Cyprus for
Sperm Donation TreatmentThe stay process in Cyprus for sperm donation treatment is generally planned as follows:DAY 0: Arrival in Cyprus one day before the egg retrieval procedure.DAY 1: Egg retrieval (OPU) procedure under anesthesia. The eggs are combined with a sperm sample taken from the prospective father using the microinjection (ICSI) method by specialist embryologists in the laboratory.DAY 2: Checking whether the eggs and sperm cells combined using the microinjection method in the laboratory have fertilized, and if so, how many have been fertilized.DAY 3, DAY 4, DAY 5: Monitoring the development of the embryos.DAY 6: Embryo transfer is performed. After the transfer procedure, the patient rests in her own room in our hospital for 2 hours.DAY 7: Return day.
Costs and Pricing
Cyprus is one of the most preferred regions for IVF treatments, due to reasons such as government policies allowing IVF centers maneuvering space, IVF centers keeping up with the latest techniques, and the combination of price and quality.Especially patients living in Turkey prefer to get treated in Cyprus because there is no need for a passport, there are no language barriers, and most importantly, it is financially much cheaper compared to European countries. At Omni IVF Clinic, we are ready to assist you in terms of price benefit.
Success Rates
The success rates of in vitro fertilization (IVF) with sperm donation can vary by individual. Factors affecting success include the woman's age, ovarian reserve, uterine condition, and overall health. Generally speaking, the success rate of IVF with sperm donation is around 65-80%. As Omni IVF Clinic, we use high-quality donor sperm obtained from accredited sperm banks. Therefore, the quality of the female partner's eggs largely determines the success of sperm donation. Thanks to the stimulation protocols and precise monitoring processes that are continuously improved in line with scientific developments and experiences during the preparation period of the female partner, success rates in the range of 65-80% are achieved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are your sperm donors?
Clinics in Cyprus only use certified sperms obtained from reputable sperm banks in Europe and the United States. These sperm banks offer a wide range of donor selections based on race, ethnicity, geographic location, and many other criteria.
How is the quality of donor sperm checked? To prevent future issues with banked sperm used for sperm donation, screenings for HIV, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Syphilis, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Cystic fibrosis, Thalassemia, and Karyotype (46 XY) are conducted.
How long do I need to stay in Cyprus?
Patients usually stay in Cyprus for 6-7 days for the entire treatment.
How soon after the embryo transfer can I tell if I am pregnant?
A beta hCG test will be done 12 days after your embryo transfer to detect the hCG hormone in the blood. This is a specific hormone that is released immediately after pregnancy occurs.
How does the process progress after sperm donation treatment? Sperm donation treatment is confirmed by a blood Bhcg hormone analysis performed 12 days after the embryo transfer date resulting in pregnancy. During this period, the prospective mother should not engage in heavy work and should not have sexual relations with her partner. If the pregnancy test is positive, the patient continues with medications as instructed and makes an appointment with an obstetrician of her choice for the first ultrasound examination to begin pregnancy monitoring.
Result
Cyprus stands out as an ideal country for sperm donation treatment. The suitability of legal regulations, high success rates, quality healthcare services, and reasonable pricing make Cyprus a preferred center for sperm donation treatment.
Sperm donation treatment offers an important option for couples experiencing male infertility issues or single women to realize their dream of having children. At Cyprus Omni IVF Clinic, we achieve successful results using high-quality donor sperm obtained from accredited sperm banks, combined with modern medical technologies and our experienced team.It should be noted that each individual's and couple's situation is different, and the treatment plan should be tailored to the individual. Therefore, it is important for couples and individuals considering sperm donation treatment to consult with our expert team to assess the treatment options suitable for their specific circumstances.
