Insemination Countdown
Your step by step guide to the final 6 weeks
We know that planning for your artificial insemination or IVF procedure can seem difficult. California Cryobank hopes that by planning ahead we can help make the process much easier, less stressful and less expensive.
Here is the CCB suggested timetable and checklist prior to your artificial insemination or IVF procedure:
5-6 Weeks Prior
- Open your account with California Cryobank.
- Discuss with your physician:
- How many specimens you should order?
- What type of specimens do you need – intracervical (ICI), intrauterine (IUI) or Assisted Reproductive Technology (A.R.T.) vials?
- Can your physician store specimens on-site?
- Review our online Donor Catalog
- Download our free Short Donor Profiles
4 Weeks Prior
- Narrow down donor choices (try our advanced search)
- Order donor information:
- Call to schedule photographic match (optional)
- Call to schedule a genetic consultation (optional)
- Open a Purchase and Store account to reserve vials for future use (optional)
3 Weeks Prior
- Contact our Parent Services Representative for your New Client Orientation. Be sure to ask any questions you may have about timing your order properly with your artificial insemination or IVF procedure.
- Schedule photographic match (optional)
2 Weeks Prior
- Make your final donor choice
- Order your vial(s) up to 2 weeks in advance
- Open a Purchase and Storage account
1 Week Prior
- Perform ovulation test or see physician for ultrasound
- Call to place your order (if not already done)
Additional Suggestions
- Call periodically to check donor availability (or check our website)
- Future availability of your donor can only be guaranteed by opening a Storage Account
- When you check availability, please be sure to ask for the specimen type you need (ICI, IUI or A.R.T. vials)
