Egg Donation Eligibility: Smoking & Tattoo Requirements - What You Need to Know

Question
How soon after you quit smoking can you donate eggs? Is it also true that you can't donate if you've had a tattoo within the past year?

Answer
Hello Tabitha from the U.S.,

There is no specific timeline from quitting smoking to donation of eggs.  It will be up to the specific clinic and/or donor agency.  You'll have to inquire with them.

Yes, FDA donor requirements do not allow anyone to participate as a donor if they have had a tattoo within 12 months.  Again, your clinic or donor agency can give you the specific requirements.

Sincerely,

Edward J. Ramirez, M.D., FACOG
Executive Medical Director
The Fertility and Gynecology Center
Monterey Bay IVF Program
www.montereybayivf.com

Monterey, California, U.S.A.

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