Bristol Donor Centre - Egg & Sperm Donation
Becoming a sperm or egg donor can completely transform the lives of others. At the Bristol Centre for Reproductive Medicine, we offer fertility treatment using donor sperm and egg recipient treatment to help those unable to conceive using their own sperm or eggs.
We’re committed to supporting couples and single people across the UK who are starting or continuing their parenthood journey.
Why donate your egg or sperm to the Bristol Centre for Reproductive Medicine?
At BCRM, we aim to be your first choice for sperm or egg donation. World-renowned fertility specialists lead our donor services and fertility treatments, providing thorough, supportive care from the moment you contact us.
Our highly skilled team will happily answer your questions about donating your sperm or eggs. We also offer counselling as part of our process so you can be certain that a donation is the right choice for you.
When choosing BCRM to become a sperm or egg donor, you can feel confident that your donations will be protected and used in our highly successful fertility treatments. Our success rates are above the national average thanks to our expert team and we are commitmed to delivering excellent care to both donors and recipients.
Why should I become a sperm donor?
If you’ve never donated your sperm before, you might wonder why you should start now.
We believe sperm donors deserve the same level of high-quality care as those undergoing fertility treatment. So, we hold telephone consultations to discuss the process and counselling sessions before you donate so you can decide with confidence.
We also perform a semen analysis, which benefits the recipients and you. You’ll gain deep insight into your reproductive health while knowing that your healthy sperm will be used to help others.
If we accept you as a donor, we’ll ask you to donate weekly for a six to 12-month period, with a £45 expense payment offered for each donation you make. When you choose to donate your sperm, you’ll give others a special gift that you can feel incredibly proud of.
Why should I donate my eggs?
Donating your eggs is a selfless gift to another that can change their lives for the better. You can help others start the family they’ve always wanted but been unable to achieve, and feel proud to have been a part of their journey.
We’ll ensure you undergo thorough fertility testing, so you can learn more about your reproductive health during the process. BCRM offers counselling to women wanting to donate their eggs so they can fully understand the implications and what it means for them. We want your decision to be correct and empower you to make it by providing all the information you need.
We compensate our egg donors with £750 to cover your expenses and time, as we want you to know how much we value you. By becoming an egg donor at BCRM, you can help other people with their fertility journey while receiving dedicated care and support from our fertility specialists.
How to become a sperm donor
If you want to become a sperm donor at our Bristol sperm donor clinic, just follow our simple ten-step process.
Enquire by getting in touch with our team
Read our ‘How to become a sperm donor’ information sheet and complete the attached questionnaire
Have a telephone consultation with one of our fertility advisers
Attend our Bristol sperm donor clinic for a semen analysis and receive a follow-up call with your results
If accepted, attend BCRM to have screening performed, speak to our counsellors, complete the relevant legal forms, and have a medical review with one of our doctors.
Attend our Bristol sperm donor clinic weekly over a six to 12-month period to donate your sperm
Receive a £45 payment for each donation
We’ll rescreen you every three months during your donation period
We’ll carry out your final appointment and final screening test
You can contact us annually (if you wish) to discover whether your donations have led to pregnancy or a child
We want the process to be simple for our sperm donors, so if you have any questions, do let us know.
How to become an egg donor
These ten steps will help complete the process if you’re considering donating your eggs at our Bristol egg donor clinic. We’ll be with you at every step of the way, so you can be certain your health and wellbeing are being prioritised.
First, you’ll complete a short online questionnaire.
You’ll then be invited for a blood test that checks your anti-Müllerian hormone (AMH) levels if you meet our egg donors’ criteria. This is also a good indicator of your ovarian reserve.
Let’s say your AMH levels are higher than ten. In that case, you’ll fill out another, more detailed online questionnaire that covers different aspects of your health. A doctor will review this form and you’ll move on to the next step if you’re suitable for donation.
Next, you’ll have some blood tests to check things like your hormones and screen for infections, such as HIV and hepatitis B and C. You’ll also provide a urine sample, which will check for sexually transmitted infections like chlamydia. Finally, you’ll complete a smoking test to ensure you aren’t a smoker.
We offer counselling to all our egg donors so you’ll understand what the procedure means and the implications of egg donation.
A transvaginal scan is the next step. This is an internal scan that assesses both your womb and ovaries.
You’ll then have a follow-up doctor’s appointment where they’ll talk about your medical form, blood test results and transvaginal scan. They’ll also ask you about your family history.
Afterwards, you can start taking a medication that increases your follicles (sacs containing eggs). We’ll provide all the information you need about the process and how to take the medicine. We’ll also monitor your progress and perform regular scans.
We’ll make your egg collection appointment. The appointment takes just over an hour and a half to complete and we’ll ensure you’re fully recovered before you head home.
Finally, we’ll compensate you for your time and expenses – this compensation is £985. We’ll give you £600 after the egg collection and the other £385 when you return in three months for a final blood test.
We ensure our egg donors receive all the care and support they need on this gift-giving journey.
Reach out to become a sperm or egg donor at our Bristol donor centre
Becoming an egg or sperm donor is a selfless act that gives others the gift of a child. BCRM ensures our donors receive all the information, support and care they need throughout the process.
If you’re interested in becoming an egg or sperm donor, contact our team. We’ll happily guide you through the process and answer your questions to help you start on your donor journey.