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Egg donation in Alicante: procedure and how it works
The aim of Vida Fertility is to provide information about egg donation in Alicante to help couples and single people to better understand this process, how to deal with genetic grief and make informed decisions.
In this blog, we talk to Dr. Alejandra García-Villalba, medical director of Vida Fertility Alicante, and we will discuss what is oocyte donation, how it is carried out, the selection of the donor, for whom it is indicated and what are the expectations in terms of time, success and costs in Alicante.
What is egg donation?
Egg donation is an assisted reproduction technique in which donor eggs are used to be fertilised with spermatozoa, generating embryos that are subsequently implanted in the uterus of the recipient woman.
This procedure is ideal for women who, due to fertility problems, cannot use their own eggs.
In Alicante, egg donation is an effective and highly sought-after option for achieving pregnancy.
What is the process of egg donation like?
First visit at Vida Fertility Alicante
The egg donation process begins with a diagnostic visit to our centre. The assisted reproduction experts in Alicante evaluate the recipient’s health conditions and medical history. During this visit, blood tests, ultrasound scans and other necessary tests are carried out to determine the viability of the treatment.
Donor selection
The selection of the donor is a fundamental step in the process of ovodonation. At Vida Fertility Alicante, donors go through a thorough selection process that includes genetic analysis, extensive medical tests and psychological evaluations.
Donors must meet strict health and welfare standards, ensuring that the eggs donated are of the highest quality.
Donors are selected with physical and genetic characteristics compatible with the recipient to ensure greater similarity and compatibility.
Synchronisation of donor and recipient
After selecting the donor, it is essential to coordinate the menstrual cycles of the donor and recipient. At Vida Fertility Alicante, this is achieved by administering hormone treatments that prepare the endometrium of the recipient so that it is in optimal condition to receive the embryo at the right time.
Endometrial preparation
The mother-to-be or recipient receives hormone treatment to prepare the endometrium for embryo implantation. This procedure involves the administration of oestrogen and progesterone to create the optimal conditions necessary for the implantation and development of the embryo.
Fertilisation and embryo development
This stage of the process begins when donated eggs are fertilised with the sperm of the recipient’s partner or a donor in the laboratory by in vitro fertilisation (IVF). The resulting embryos are then kept in a controlled environment for a few days until they are ready to be transferred into the recipient’s uterus.
Embryo transfer
The best embryos are chosen and transferred into the recipient’s uterus. This procedure is simple and usually does not require anaesthesia. After the embryo transfer, a short rest period is advised.
Who is egg donation indicated for?
Egg donor IVF is indicated for:
- Women with several negative IVF attempts .
- Recurrent miscarriages.
- Endometriosis, blocked or absent fallopian tubes.
- Low ovarian reserve.
- Single mother by choice.
- Patients with an indication for Preimplantational Genetic Test.
The best egg donation clinic in Alicante: Vida Fertility
At Vida Fertility Alicante we stand out as one of the best egg donation clinics thanks to our modern facilities and state-of-the-art technology.
In addition, our team is made up of national and international experts in assisted reproduction who provide comprehensive support throughout the process.
Age limit for egg donation in Alicante
As we have already mentioned, although Law 14/2006 on Assisted Human Reproduction in Spain does not establish a specific age limit for fertility treatments, there are important practical and ethical considerations.
For women, the maximum age accepted in private clinics is up to 50 years old, although this may vary according to the policies of each clinic. Age is a crucial factor because of the risks to mother and baby.
In men, although sperm quality decreases with time, age is not such a strict limiting factor. Each case is evaluated individually considering the patient’s general health, the quality of the eggs or sperm and other risk factors.
Frequently asked questions about egg donation in Alicante
How long does egg donation take in Alicante?
The process of egg donation in Alicante usually takes between 4 and 6 weeks, from the selection of the donor to the transfer of the embryo. This time can change depending on how the recipient’s menstrual cycles and uterine preparation are synchronised.
Testimonials about Egg Donation at Vida Fertility Alicante
It is incredible how, from absolute resignation, these doctors have lifted my spirits. They got me pregnant and gave me my life back. They live up to their name.
I had to find a way to become a mother if I wanted to pursue my career and not settle for just any partner. I made the right choice.
From the very first moment I felt I was being listened to, understood, and above all, I felt that my treatment was finally going in the right direction.
Hello dear Mrs Ortega,
you and the whole team of Vida fertility make us so happy. Finally a relief that we can be helped! Many thanks to you and all the others for the great care and exceptional quality work. This high quality means a lot to us. We hope that in 2024 we can take a healthy baby full of love into our arms.❤️
Thanks to Dr. Kathi’s support and by following all her advice, the best moment of the treatment came: I got pregnant.
I didn’t know if I would ever be able to get pregnant and now I’m in my 5th month of pregnancy.
It hasn’t been an easy journey. After the second attempt, I am happy to say that in two months I will be meeting my little girl.
Being able to experience this shared motherhood has been a gift for the two of us.
THANK YOU to this great team for everything!
We highly recommend Vida Fertility to anyone who has already given up hope and wants to give it one last try.
A huge thank you to the entire Vida Fertility team, especially to Sophie and Dr. Spies, who helped us achieve the wonderful project of expanding our family. We met a very competent team who perfectly guided and advised us on the medical choices to make at each stage of our journey. 🫶
I recommend Vida Fertility for their professionalism, humanism, and availability.
Our wonderful baby is the proof that the results are there!
Thank you!
Thanks to Vida fertility, we are now mums. Mums!!
It’s the greatest gift of all, we’re so happy!
The good feeling will certainly have contributed to the success of the treatment.
When we first contacted the clinic, I didn’t expect to become a mum so quickly, and now I even have hope that we might be able to create a sibling for our son with the remaining blastocysts.
Thank you!
I chose Vida Fertility because it’s a clinic that offers human support from the very beginning. I’m convinced that my state of mind, so influenced by the unconditional support they gave me, was key to the success of my treatment.
At the first consultation, I felt heard, understood, and full of hope again. The final transfer, our last chance, took place in February 2024… and it worked. Our little girl has brought immense joy to our whole family.
Being a single parent brings challenges, but I’d recommend anyone thinking about it to go for it. Vida Fertility made my dream come true with my first IVF.
Types of egg donation
- IVF with donor eggs and the partner’s sperm: This option is ideal for couples in which the woman cannot use her own eggs but the partner’s sperm is viable.
- IVF with donor eggs and donor sperm: Known as double donation, it is used when both partners have fertility problems or in the case of single mothers by choice.
- Egg donation + PGT-A: Includes the Preimplantational Genetic Test to detect possible genetic abnormalities in the embryos before the transfer.
Possibility of getting pregnant with egg donation in Vida Fertility Alicante
The success rates of egg donation in Alicante are very high, with percentages ranging between 60% and 70% per cycle, depending on individual factors such as the age and health of the recipient.
Egg donation price Alicante
The cost of egg donation in Alicante can vary depending on the tests required and the medication used.
At Vida Fertility Alicante, each patient receives a personalised treatment adapted to their specific needs. To get a detailed quote tailored to your case, we invite you to contact us through our contact form or call us directly. Our team is here to help you every step of the way to motherhood!
Assisted reproduction centre in Alicante, Spain
Vida Fertility Alicante
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