Egg Donors in Spain: How URE Centro Gutenberg Selects and Supports Donors

Egg donation (ovodonation) is a life-changing option for women and couples whose own eggs are not viable or sufficient to achieve pregnancy.

At URE Centro Gutenberg in Malaga, Spain, egg donors play a central role in helping people realise their dream of becoming parents — from single women and same-sex couples to heterosexual couples facing complex infertility challenges.

 What Is Ovodonation (Egg Donation)?

Egg donation involves a healthy woman (the donor) providing her eggs to be fertilised in vitro and later transferred to the uterus of another woman. It is a selfless and altruistic act that helps many people achieve pregnancy when their own eggs are not an option.

In Spain, egg donation is regulated by law and must be:

• Voluntary
• Anonymous
• Non-remunerated
• Informed and safe

This guarantees donor anonymity and ethical standards at all times.

 How Are Egg Donors Selected?

The selection of egg donors is comprehensive and legally compliant, ensuring safety and compatibility:

1. Initial screening via contact form or clinic communication
2. Personal interview and health evaluation
3. Complete medical-gynaecological examination
4. Psychophysical assessment
5. Extensive bloodwork including serology and genetics
   • Blood type and Rh factor
   • Tests for infectious diseases
   • Genetic carrier screening for hundreds of conditions

Only donors who pass all evaluations can proceed with donation.

 Who Can Be a Donor?

To ensure the best outcomes for recipients, URE requires donors to:

• Be between 18 and 34 years old
• Be in excellent health
• Have no personal or family history of inheritable genetic diseases
• Have no significant sexually transmitted infections

These requirements align with Spanish legal standards and clinical best practices.

 What Happens During the Donation Cycle?

Once a suitable donor has been selected and matched:

• The donor undergoes ovarian stimulation and egg retrieval.
• The eggs are fertilised in our IVF laboratory.
• Meanwhile, the recipient’s uterus is gently prepared with hormonal treatment to ensure optimal endometrial receptivity.
• A high-quality embryo is then transferred to the recipient’s uterus in a simple, painless procedure.

There is no egg retrieval for the recipient.

The embryo transfer is quick, does not require anaesthesia, and patients can return home shortly afterwards.

Many patients are surprised to learn that the recipient’s part of the treatment is far less invasive than a standard IVF cycle using their own eggs

 Anonymity and Ethics

In Spain:

• Donors and recipients never meet
• Recipients cannot choose their donor
• Donors do not know who receives their eggs

This preserves confidentiality and complies fully with legal protections for all parties.

 Why Egg Donation Matters

Ovodonation opens the door to parenthood for:

• Women without ovarian function
• Women with premature ovarian insufficiency
• Patients post-chemotherapy or radiotherapy
• Women with repeated IVF failure
• Those with genetic conditions contraindicating own eggs

Why Choose URE Centro Gutenberg for Egg Donation?

At URE Centro Gutenberg, the ovodonation program is built on:

• Over 35 years of fertility expertise
• A multidisciplinary medical team dedicated to both egg donors and recipients
• Advanced diagnostic and laboratory technology
• Clear, compassionate communication for international patients

The first consultation is free, and patients can access personalised support from the beginning of their journey.

Egg donation is more than a medical treatment — it’s a gift of life. With strict legal regulation, thorough medical screening, and expert care from dedicated professionals, URE Centro Gutenberg stands out as a trusted destination for international patients considering egg donors in Spain.