Oocyte (egg) donation

Oocyte donation, or egg donation, is a process where a woman (the donor) provides her eggs for use by another woman or couple who are unable to conceive naturally. The donor undergoes hormonal treatment to stimulate her ovaries, allowing multiple eggs to be retrieved. These eggs can then be fertilized with sperm in a laboratory and either used in in-vitro fertilization (IVF) or frozen for future use. Oocyte donation can help individuals facing infertility, same-sex couples, or those with genetic concerns to achieve pregnancy and start a family. Donors are typically compensated for their time and efforts.