Understand the genetic compatibility between you and your donor before growing your family

All healthy individuals carry 2 - 5 changes in genes that could impact the health of their future children. Carrier screening is strongly recommended to anyone planning a pregnancy - including those using donor gametes.

Comprehensive carrier screening is an at-home test that looks at 780+ genes to see if you carry changes that could cause a serious inherited condition in a child, including Cystic Fibrosis, Spinal Muscular Atrophy, Fragile X Syndrome, Tay-Sachs Disease, and Thalassemia.

This test is available to donor recipients at City Fertility and includes:

• Your own carrier screening (via simple saliva kit and telehealth support)
• Comparison of your results with your donor’s results to identify any shared risks
• Personalised genetic counselling to help you understand your results and next steps