RECIPIENT INFORMATION

In order to be considered a candidate for CRMI's oocyte donation program, recipient couples must meet certain medical and psychological requirements. If you would like to receive our detailed recipient information packet, please email us at donoregg-cornell@med.cornell.edu

Before visiting our center, you will need to request copies of your medical records from the physicians who have been treating you. Please include the following test results if they have been performed:

• Results from HIV, Hepatitis BS/AG, Hepatitis C, and VDRL if they have been performed within the last 12 months;
• Copies of any abdominal and/or pelvic operative notes;
• Recent semen analysis report and any other pertinent male infertility diagnostic tests;
• Written hysterosalpingogram (HSG) report (please bring actual films to your initial consultation);
• Stimulation sheets from previous IVF or IUI treatment cycles;
• Your physician's progress notes

The physician will conduct a detailed overview regarding your previous medical history, diagnosis, donor oocyte procedures, type of donor requested (sister or anonymous), and a complete physical exam. All previous medical records will be reviewed and discussed including laboratory results and hysterosalpingogram (HSG). This is the time when it is determined whether oocyte donation is the appropriate treatment path for you. This visit usually lasts for 1 - 2 hours.

Each prospective recipient couple must also meet with one of the program psychologists. This is usually a 1 hour appointment in which your personal concerns, oocyte donation issues, disclosure issues, and anonymity are discussed in detail. The psychologist is on staff to assist you with any difficulties you might have during your treatment here.

An Oocyte Donation nurse meets with each couple to explain in detail the program guidelines, the approximate waiting period, the necessary preparatory cycle, and the medication requirements that are necessary for an oocyte donation cycle.