Semen freezing is a technique widely used in assisted reproduction laboratories, as it allows us to preserve male fertility. Thanks to this technique, we are able to cryopreserve the sperm contained in semen and store it for future use in assisted reproduction techniques. Sperm cryopreservation is a process in which sperm are frozen at very […]
When discussing HIV and fertility, it is very important to clarify concepts that are often misunderstood. Let’s take a closer look. HIV, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus, is a microorganism that attacks the immune system, weakening it and making individuals vulnerable to infections—some of which can be life-threatening. AIDS, or Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, is the advanced […]
Doubts before donating eggs are completely normal. Many women want to help others by becoming egg donors but hesitate due to uncertainty, fears, or misinformation. At URE Centro Gutenberg, as in any fertility clinic, certain requirements must be met to become a donor. Our egg donors are healthy women aged between 18 and 33, who […]
Fortunately, there are many women who want to help others by donating their eggs so that they can fulfil their desire to become mothers. However, we also know that many others do not take the step of donating because of fear or simply because they are unaware of the process. That is why we want […]
We are all carriers of different genetic alterations or mutations. This doesn’t mean we necessarily have to suffer from any disease, but we must keep in mind that, under certain circumstances, we could pass these diseases on to our children. Genetic compatibility tests are specifically designed to solve these problems. We’ll explain what these tests […]
Egg donation is an altruistic act of great generosity, in which a woman donates her own eggs to another woman so that she can fulfill her desire to become a mother. However, not all women can donate eggs, even if they wish. Egg donation is regulated by law and is subject to strict controls in […]
The inability to conceive naturally is an increasingly common problem in our society. In fact, recent studies suggest that infertility now affects between 18 and 20% of the population. In the face of this growing problem, assisted reproduction treatments and techniques, such as artificial insemination and in vitro fertilisation (IVF), can help many couples and […]
At URE Centro Gutenberg, we’re confident you’ve heard of sperm banks before—but you may not be entirely clear on what they are or how they actually work. Don’t worry! In this article, we’ll explain exactly what a sperm bank is and how it operates. A sperm bank is a facility where frozen semen samples are […]
There are many myths about assisted reproduction and fertility that continue to circulate, often fueled by misinformation, social media, or word of mouth. With such an overwhelming amount of content online, it’s crucial to distinguish accurate medical facts from misleading or sensationalized information. At URE Centro Gutenberg, we always advise speaking to a fertility specialist […]
After trying unsuccessfully to conceive for some time, you may be considering going to an assisted reproduction centre. If this is the first time you have faced a fertility problem, you will undoubtedly have many questions and doubts. It is normal for both you and your partner to feel confused. First of all, you should […]