Is the sperm bank accredited by the American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB)?
Only a few sperm banks in the U.S. have voluntarily submitted to the stringent accreditation process of the American Association of Tissue Banks. While many sperm banks state that they “meet or exceed” the AATB guidelines, this does not mean that they have been through the accreditation process and undergo routine inspections. Make sure that the sperm bank you select has been accredited and inspected by the AATB. CCB: All California Cryobank locations are accredited by the American Association of Tissue Banks. How long has the sperm bank been in business? There is no substitute for experience! Be sure that the sperm bank you choose has a solid track record. Sperm banking is a specialized service. Your chances for a successful pregnancy are completely tied to the quality of the donor sperm and freezing technique. Experience is not an area where you should compromise. CCB: California Cryobank has been in business for 30 years, clearly becoming “the choice of leading fertility specialists
