Fertility Glossary

Gestational surrogacy

Surrogacy where the embryo is created by IVF and the surrogate is not genetically related.

Surrogacy

Gestational surrogacy uses eggs from an intended parent or donor. IVF for surrogacy in the UK is carried out at licensed clinics.

Also known as: host surrogacy, full surrogacy

Sources

GOV.UK — Surrogacy: legal rights of parents and surrogates
Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA)

Last reviewed: 23 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

Related terms

Surrogacy

When someone carries a pregnancy for intended parents.

Traditional surrogacy

Surrogacy where the surrogate's own egg is used.

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