Each donor goes through a triple testing regime as follows:

• Initial donor assessment – A blood test is taken and analysed for all major illnesses including HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis and Cystic Fibrosis. The donor is accepted onto the programme only if the results are normal or negative.
• Screening at time of donation cycle (30 days)– A second screening takes place for illnesses including HIV, hepatitis and syphilis. Donation only takes place if all results of tests are negative.
• PCR on day of donation – A third screening takes place on the day of donation for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. Embryos will be released for shipment on receipt of negative results.

This is the highest standard of screening possible and our regime is being recommended for use throughout the rest of Europe. As a recipient, triple testing is vital, giving you peace of mind.