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We will support you with information you need to help you make right decisions.

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What is a Clinic Donor (Regulated Donation)?

Clinic donors are individuals who donate sperm through a licensed fertility clinic or sperm bank under Australian Assisted Reproductive Treatment (ART) frameworks.
These donors are subject to mandatory screening, record keeping, and identity registration, designed to protect recipients and donor-conceived people. All donations must be altruistic, meaning donors are not allowed to be paid for donating (apart from reasonable reimbursement of expenses).

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Clinic Donor FAQs

Who typically uses this pathway?

• Heterosexual couples experiencing infertility
• Single women
• LGBTQIA+ people and couples
• Individuals requiring medical oversight or genetic screening

Clinical and Legal Context

• Infectious disease screening (as per national guidelines)
• Genetic screening protocols (varies by clinic)
• Identity-release donors are standard in Australia
• Donor limits apply (though consistency varies by state)
• Legal parentage is generally clear under ART legislation

Benefits

• Highest level of medical oversight
• Clearer legal protections
• Formal records for donor-conceived people
• Accountability through clinics and regulators

Limitations

• High cost
• Long wait times
• Limited donor availability
• Less flexibility around donor relationships