How long does the egg donation process take ?

Egg donors add another element to their already busy lives when they choose to embark on the egg donation journey. These women know they can support families who want to have children and who cannot do it alone. They know that it is worth spending time and energy to help these families grow and they are very dedicated and committed to this journey. But all this doesn't make the process easier or faster. Every woman must follow the same process to be considered an egg donor and then complete the donation.

It is completely normal for women to think that egg donation is risky, dangerous or just plain intimidating. Egg donation is unfamiliar to women who have never done it before or who don't know much about it and are just starting to explore this option. Life is busy and complicated and Rising Genesis knows that you have concerns and want to make the best choice for yourself and we want to support you throughout this process.

We know that women often feel much more comfortable and can make decisions more easily when they know the details and understand the process. Part of being comfortable is knowing what to expect – and that includes the time it takes to engage in egg donation and tailoring that experience to this time of life.

Get to know the selection process

The selection process seems quite intense and strict – and that’s because it is. Egg donors are disqualified if egg donation could harm the potential donor. mental or physical health. Egg donors are also chosen through a screening process that determines whether the egg donation has the highest chance of success.

The screening process may require 3 to 4 visits to doctors or fertility specialists. During this two to three month period, the candidate will undergo psychological and physical examinations and provide a thorough medical history as well as family history. To be eligible for pre-selection, candidates must meet minimum requirements.

If potential donors meet the requirements above, they will join our Top Donors group. Appointments during the selection process are not always very long, but we need time to collect data, evaluate candidates and make approval.

After thorough screening, evaluation and approval, they will join a collection of the best donors we have to offer.

Egg retrieval

The egg retrieval process is a faster process than screening. The process and duration are relatively the same for everyone. The egg retrieval process is a faster process than screening. The process and duration are relatively the same for everyone:

1. 2-3 weeks after your period: take an oral contraceptive pill.

2. After the 2-3 week period: appointment for ultrasound and blood test.

3. (If approved) Next 10-day period: Hormone injections begin to simulate egg growth and maturity. *Daily monitoring is required

4. 36 hours before collection: Triggered to release the eggs from the ovaries

5. 20 minutes: egg retrieval procedure

6. 1-2 days later: Rest

If you think egg donation is right for you or if you have any questions or concerns before deciding if it is right for you - please do not hesitate to contact our trained professional staff at Rising Genesis. We are here to make sure your trip is an incredible experience and we make sure you have all the information you need to make a decision that is right for you in your life.