Tag Archives: frozen sperm

How Much Sperm Is Enough?

Posted on April 15, 2016 by admin

Blog written by Michelle Ottey, PhD, CLI Director of Operations So often in life we are told that more is better. Sometimes there is a sufficient number or size, but because of the “bigger is better” philosophy we overlook this. … Continue reading →

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What Makes a Donor Special?

Posted on April 12, 2016 by admin

Blog written by CLI Staff SS For those looking for the ideal donor, it is about finding that special emotional connection. Once you filter the entire list on ‘must have’ criteria, the short list still offers many options that require further … Continue reading →

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Consult your Lawyer

Posted on February 29, 2016 by admin

Blog written by Michelle Ottey, PhD, Laboratory Director  This morning, I had an alert that there was another article with the headline, “… sperm donor must pay child support…” The headline is misleading in that it is not a sperm donor … Continue reading →

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Is Donor Sperm Safe?

Posted on February 18, 2016 by admin

Blog written by Michelle Ottey, PhD, Laboratory Director  One of the questions I am asked most frequently is, “Is the donor sperm safe?” Women want to ensure that the sperm sample being used for their insemination is safe and will … Continue reading →

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Connecting with others who use donor sperm

Posted on January 4, 2016 by admin

Here are two great ways to connect with families who have used a donor or to ask questions during the selection process. 1. The CLI Family Forums allow you to connect with other single mothers, same sex couples, or couples with … Continue reading →

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Forum Lingo

Posted on October 1, 2015 by admin

Technology has opened the world to a whole new form of communication. The CLI Family Forums offer the opportunity to connect with other people who have utilized donor sperm to start a family. This is a great resource for those … Continue reading →

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Fertility Options for Same Sex Options

Posted on September 14, 2015 by admin

Blog written by Michelle Ottey, PhD, CLI Director of Operations When two women partner and decide to build a family, there is a lot to consider: known donor, sperm donor (anonymous or ID), foster, foster to adopt, adopt, etc. If … Continue reading →

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Planning For a Donor Insemination (Part II): Placing Your Order

Posted on November 21, 2014 by admin

Blog written by Laboratory Staff JM The last step in the donor insemination planning process is to place your semen order. Either you or your health-care provider may place an order. Before placing the order, please check availability online or … Continue reading →

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Sperm Banking Background Fundamentals – Transfer of Ownership

Posted on October 9, 2014 by admin

What is a Transfer of Ownership? Patients who have Cryogenic Laboratories, Inc. (CLI) semen samples stored onsite with CLI are able to transfer their samples into another person’s name for use by participating in what we call a Transfer of … Continue reading →

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FAQs about Specimen Freezing, Storing & Shipping

Posted on August 26, 2014 by admin

How are specimens stored? All semen specimens are stored at -196o C in liquid nitrogen tanks equipped with automatic fill devices and alarm systems. CLI also provides liquid nitrogen transport tanks for shipping patient specimens to their physician or health care provider … Continue reading →

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