Category Archives: Working at a sperm bank

Is Donor Sperm Safe?

Blog written by Michelle Ottey, PhD, Laboratory Director  One of the questions I am asked most frequently is, “Is the donor sperm safe?” Women want to ensure that the sperm sample being used for their insemination is safe and will … Continue reading

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How Old is My Donor?

Written by Fairfax Cryobank Laboratory Director, Michelle Ottey, PhD. One of the frequently asked questions of our client services representatives is, “how old is my donor?” Our sperm bank does not provide the date of birth or specific age of our … Continue reading

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Sperm Banking Background Fundamentals -Regulation

The following background information on sperm banking was prepared by and agreed upon by the leading companies in the industry. Its purpose is to provide basic information about some of the key elements of a sperm bank’s operations and influence, … Continue reading

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The History of Semen Cryopreservation

Sperm cryopreservation and banking has become a widely accepted part of our culture. Once looked upon with uncertainty, this practice has proven time and time again to be a successful method of keeping the hope of a family alive for … Continue reading

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WHY CHOOSE CLI

One of the few sperm banks fully accredited by the prestigious American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) Large group of ethnically diverse donors with almost all donor information downloaded free Semen units are priced very economically, especially when compared to other … Continue reading

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CRYOGENIC LABORATORIES, INC. MISSION STATEMENT

We are committed to being an industry leader in the screening and testing of our donors. The health and safety of our clients and their offspring are our paramount concern and shall not be compromised. We will comply not only … Continue reading

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Planning For a Donor Insemination (Part II): Placing Your Order

Blog written by Laboratory Staff JM The last step in the donor insemination planning process is to place your semen order. Either you or your health-care provider may place an order. Before placing the order, please check availability online or … Continue reading

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Sperm Banking Background Fundamentals – Donor Information & Anonymity

The following background information on sperm banking was prepared by and agreed upon by the leading companies in the industry. Its purpose is to provide basic information about some of the key elements of a sperm bank’s operations and influence, … Continue reading

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Sperm Banking Background Fundamentals- Regulations

The following background information on sperm banking was prepared by and agreed upon by the leading companies in the industry. Its purpose is to provide basic information about some of the key elements of a sperm bank’s operations and influence, … Continue reading

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How to Choose a Sperm Donor

Blog written by Joseph D. Schulman, M.D. Founder, Genetics & IVF Institute Choosing a sperm donor is a very important decision, and everyone brings their own perspectives to this challenge. With many years of experience caring for patients with problems … Continue reading

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