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Fertility Glossary

Donor screening

The medical, genetic and infection checks a donor must pass.

Donor treatment & family building

Donor screening covers medical and family history, infection testing including HIV, hepatitis B and C and syphilis, genetic screening as indicated, and psychological assessment and counselling. South African regulations set out screening and quarantine requirements before donated material may be used, and clinics also limit the number of families created from one donor.

Also known as: donor testing, donor screening tests

Sources

  • National Health Act regulations relating to artificial fertilisation of persons (South Africa)
  • SASREG professional guidance

Last reviewed: 8 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only β€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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