The sperm banking industry has grown considerably over the past few years. There are many reasons for this, including advancements in reproductive technologies, changing social norms, and desire for families to seek alternative options during their fertility journeys. People search for different things when it comes to finding for the right fit for their families. They may seek different traits and characteristics. They want to work with sperm banks that will really listen to them.
Another important factor is transparency. This can make or break people’s relationships with the sperm bank. It’s become so important, in fact, that it has changed the way a lot of things are done in the industry. Here’s a look at why transparency matters in the sperm banking industry:
A major way that transparency is important in this industry is that it protects the health of families. Here at Cascade Cryobank, for example, we don’t let everyone who applies become a sperm donor. We test the sperm samples, perform genetic tests, and even interview the candidates extensively, before accepting them into the program.
We know that the health of the sperm matters. If the donor and the samples don’t meet our standards, we don’t invite them to become sperm donors. If they do become sperm donors, we make the information available. This protects the health of families because it allows families to make informed choices about which sperm is the best match. Besides, we don’t let anyone through who’s tested for major, deal breaking health conditions.
Who is the donor, really? Transparency is important because you want to get a feel for who the person really is. This goes beyond medical information. You can get a feel for their temperament, too. That’s why we go through such a rigorous process that also includes interviews.
When you browse our catalog, you’ll notice that we often have staff give their impressions of the donor. There’s a reason for this. It’s part of encouraging transparency in the industry. It’s an important part of the process because it helps you better understand the temperament of the donor conceived child. If this information weren’t disclosed, you wouldn’t have as clear of a picture.
One of the biggest, most important reasons to embrace transparency in this industry is because it gives you clarity about a donor’s identity. With programs like OpenID and our Early Disclosure Program, the concept of transparency is even more important. These programs not only give the family transparency when making a donor choice, but also help the donor conceived children.
For example, our Early Disclosure Program allows families to request donor information and a meeting with the donor as soon as a life birth is recorded. This is an important step in the right direction for the industry, because it has many important benefits, especially from a mindset perspective.
As you can see, transparency is an important component of the sperm banking industry. For more information, don’t hesitate to get in touch!
Cascade Cryobank, located in Lynnwood Washington, helps you grow your family with quality donor sperm derived from a selective screening process.
