*By Dr. Kulsoom Baloch, Fertility Specialist*
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Becoming an egg donor involves a thorough medical screening process to ensure both donor health and optimal outcomes for intended parents. This blog outlines all the tests and evaluations a donor will undergo.
Initial Application & Medical History
After applying, donors provide a full medical and family history. This helps assess potential risks and suitability for egg donation.
Blood Tests and Hormone Levels
– **AMH Test**: Measures ovarian reserve and helps determine egg quantity potential.
– **FSH & Estradiol**: Hormonal balance and fertility viability
– **Complete Blood Count (CBC)** and metabolic panels
Infectious Disease Screening
Donors are tested for:
– HIV 1 & 2
– Hepatitis B & C
– Syphilis
– Chlamydia & Gonorrhea
– CMV (Cytomegalovirus)
– Rubella and Varicella immunity
Genetic Screening
Donors are screened for common inheritable conditions:
– Thalassemia (especially in South Asians)
– Cystic fibrosis
– Spinal muscular atrophy
– Tay-Sachs (as needed)
– Fragile X syndrome
If the intended parent has known carrier status, targeted genetic compatibility testing is also performed.
Psychological Evaluation
A licensed counselor ensures the donor:
– Understands the emotional implications of donation
– Is donating voluntarily without coercion
– Is emotionally stable and prepared
Ultrasound Exam
A transvaginal ultrasound is used to:
– Check antral follicle count
– Ensure the uterus and ovaries are structurally normal
Why Screening Matters
Medical screening protects all parties involved—donors, recipients, and potential children. It also ensures donors are suitable candidates, both physically and emotionally.
**Want to Learn More?**
Speak with our medical team at [IndianEggDonors.com] or email [info@indianeggdonors.com]
*Dr. Kulsoom Baloch oversees the clinical screening process for all Indian and South Asian egg donors.*
Dr. Kulsoom Baloch
Dr. Kulsoom Baloch is a dedicated donor coordinator at Indian Egg Donors, leveraging her extensive background in medicine and public health. She holds an MBBS from Ziauddin University, Pakistan, and an MPH from Hofstra University, New York. With three years of clinical experience at prominent hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan, Dr. Baloch has honed her skills in patient care and medical research.
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