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Home insemination offers a flexible, private, and cost-effective way to grow your family from home. This guide covers the benefits, preparation steps, vial options, the insemination process, and answers to common questions, helping you confidently navigate your fertility journey.   What Is Home Insemination? Home insemination uses a needle-free syringe to place sperm near the cervix (intracervical insemination, or ICI) or directly into the uterus (intrauterine insemination, or IUI), offering a private and. Read More

5 Did You Know Key Facts: Genetic Testing, CMV, MOT & More

Choosing donor sperm involves several important factors. From genetic testing insights to understanding terms like “MOT,” each detail can help shape your fertility journey. Here are five key “Did You Know?” facts to guide you toward the best options for building your family.       1. Did You Know? The Importance of Sperm Donor Screening Choosing a sperm donor involves more than meets the eye. At Xytex, our rigorous screening process. Read More

Understanding procedure options & vial types with Xytex

At Xytex, we understand that choosing the right fertility procedure and donor sperm type is a crucial step on your path to parenthood. With various treatment options and vial types available, making informed decisions can feel overwhelming. That’s why we’re here to provide clear, reliable information on the different procedures—like IVF, IUI, and ICI—and the vial types that complement them. Our goal is to guide you through these choices, ensuring you feel. Read More

Mom and baby on bed, choosing a donor, Xytex

Choosing a sperm donor is a deeply personal and pivotal step in your journey to building a family. Xytex understands that selecting the right donor can be both exciting and overwhelming, we aim to provide you with the knowledge, confidence, and support you need every step of the way   Understanding Donor Selection Selecting a sperm donor is a significant decision on your path to parenthood. With many factors to consider—ranging from. Read More

As of February 1, 2023, incoming Xytex donors will undergo screening with Invitae’s Comprehensive Carrier Screen. This panel includes up to 569 genes, including the diseases recommended by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG).  Genetic carrier testing has seen recent advancements over the past decade and offers vital information on hundreds of diseases. As carrier screening has evolved, the number of tested conditions. Read More

ATLANTA, Ga. (January 26, 2021) —- In the never-ending quest for the best sperm in the industry, Xytex sperm bank is leading the way with resources for improved sperm quality and the overall physical and mental health of their sperm donors.    Xytex, who has partnered with a Nationally Board Certified and Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist, will provide holistic guidance for their already exceptionally qualified donors. Along with the rigorous vetting process, which includes,. Read More

Xytex continues in its commitment to keeping women healthy during all stages of their lives, especially when making reproductive decisions.   Dr. Joan Diamond DNP, our in-house expert, was Johns Hopkins educated and has over 35 years of experience caring for women. We are pleased to announce that she will be attending the Association of Women’s Health Obstetrical and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) conference this week in Atlanta Georgia.   AWHONN is the leading. Read More

Like many women considering having a child, you’ve entertained the idea of using a sperm bank. Whether you’re intrigued or terrified (or maybe a mix of both!), there are a lot of misconceptions surrounding sperm banks, and subsequently a lot of potential mistakes you can make when selecting one.   Mistake 1: Neglecting to consider your own genetics While many people pursuing sperm donation are hesitant about the potential donor’s genetic makeup,. Read More

AUGUSTA, GA—October 19, 2018 A study published in ScienceNews in December 2017 uncovered how stress changes the genetic makeup of a male’s sperm. Although the discovery that stress could be passed from one generation to the next through the father’s sperm had previously been documented, this is the first time that researchers have been able to witness the way in which stress is transferred. This study, using mice, focused on the location. Read More

AUGUSTA, GA—October 15, 2018 Xytex is pleased to welcome Jamie Dokson MS, LCGC, to the team as our Genetics Counselor. Board certified in Genetic Counseling by the America Board of Genetic Counselors (ABGC), Dokson brings 10 years of experience in Genetics and is licensed in 10 states. She holds an undergraduate degree from Brown University, a Master of Science in Genetic Counseling from The Johns Hopkins University and is an adjunct professor. Read More