Some patients may produce more embryos (fertilized eggs) during in vitro fertilization (IVF) than they require. The additional embryos could be cryopreserved (frozen) in order to transplant them at a later time. These embryos, however, might not always be put to use. These patients can choose to have their embryos discarded, given to research, or given to another woman to help her conceive.
Some patients may produce more embryos (fertilized eggs) during in vitro fertilization (IVF) than they require. The additional embryos could be cryopreserved (frozen) in order to transplant them at a later time. These embryos, however, might not always be put to use. These patients can choose to have their embryos discarded, given to research, or given to another woman to help her conceive.
Embryo donation in Greece involves the process of donating unused embryos created during IVF treatments to couples or individuals who are unable to conceive. This altruistic act allows intended parents to experience pregnancy and childbirth.
Donors remain anonymous, but may have the option to provide non-identifying information. Greek law requires that donor-conceived children be informed of their origin once they reach 18 years old.