As in many other fields, there are myths surrounding assisted reproduction and fertility that are not true. Whether due to a lack of information, misinterpreted data, or simply placing value on a false belief, many people sometimes fall into the trap of assuming that things that are not true are real. One of these false […]
When a couple first meets with any of our assisted reproduction specialists for a fertility consultation, in addition to a lot of discussion (it’s a consultation where a lot of information is requested), several basic tests are ordered for both the woman and the man. In this article, we’ll focus on three basic tests that […]
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 […]