Become an Egg Donor
Egg Donor Qualifications and Screening
Egg donors are carefully screened to support donor safety, informed decision-making, and appropriate medical care throughout the cycle. Fertility clinics make the final medical decision, and individual requirements can vary by clinic and program.
Egg donor criteria
- Healthy adults, typically between 21 and 30 years old
- A BMI (Body Mass Index) of 30 or less
- No nicotine use
- A U.S. citizen or legal resident
- Reliable transportation and the ability to attend required appointments
- Ability to follow a time-sensitive medication and monitoring schedule
- Willingness to provide complete personal and family medical history and complete required screening
What screening actually involves.
The screening process may include personal and family medical history, laboratory testing, ultrasound, genetic screening, psychological evaluation, and background review. A fertility clinic or other qualified professional may request additional information based on your history or the program.