Tag: genetic screening

What a Recent Donor Case Teaches Us About Screening, Genetics, and the Future of Donor Conception

August 5, 2026

A recent BBC investigation captured international attention and sparked important conversations throughout the fertility community. The story centered on a sperm donor in Europe who unknowingly carried a rare genetic mutation associated with Li-Fraumeni syndrome. This condition significantly increases the risk of developing certain cancers. According to the report, sperm from this donor were used […]

Top 5 Questions to Discuss with our Genetic Counselor

February 15, 2021

Seattle Sperm Bank recently brought a certified genetic counselor on staff to answer all your genetics-related questions. Katherine Hornberger, MS, CGC, our certified genetic counselor previously worked for a top IVF clinic and a genetic testing laboratory. With over five years of experience in reproductive medicine, she is ready to help you find the perfect […]

Top 5 Reasons to Use a Sperm Bank

January 26, 2021

Donor sperm that does not come from an FDA-approved sperm bank can put patients at serious risk for infectious disease. Alternative sources can also waste your money and precious time by providing ineffective samples. Furthermore, neither donors nor potential parent(s) are protected from the legal implications associated with tissue donation and parentage, which can open both […]