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Fertility Glossary

Withdrawal of donor consent

A donor's right to change or withdraw consent before gametes or embryos are used.

Donor conception

Donors can withdraw up until the point sperm, eggs or embryos are used in treatment. Once used, consent cannot be withdrawn and the donor has no legal parenthood.

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.

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