Are Xytex donors altruistic?
A. Many Xytex donors are altruistic in the sense that they deeply care about the consequences of semen donation, that they are helping others to have children. The question, however, usually is an inquiry as to whether donors receive incentives or monetary compensation for semen itself. Actually, donors must do much more than simply provide semen. Donors must fill out lengthy questionnaires, research their family medical histories, endure frequent physical examinations (including needle sticks), and even adopt a lifestyle consistent with clinical requirements. Yes, Xytex compensates its semen donors. Q. Are Xytex donors anonymous? A. In reality, Xytex has a spectrum of semen donors, almost all of whom are anonymous at the time the recipient is inseminated. The few donors that are non-anonymous are those that are individually arranged by the client and Xytex Tissue Storage Inc., not Xytex. Only anonymous donors are presented here, listed on the Xytex panel, and available for general dis
