2976

madlub143

I think we decided on using donor 4189 instead, since he's CMV neg. We've been on the waiting list for quite a while, so hopefully he'll have availability soon!

sibemom

Silly question... but with the % of people who would test positive fort CMV... I don't see what the big deal is. I mean, if you were tested (I was not), and you are negative, did you test your spouse? This isn't something ppl worry about when getting pregnant "the old fashion way".

madlub143

You are exactly right. However when speaking with my doctor, he mentioned that there are risks associated with using a CMV positive donor if you are CMV negative. There is a chance that the fetus could contract the virus, and there is a possibility that there could be some pretty severe complications that could be avoided by us simply using a CMV negative donor. Because of this, he refuses to inseminate CMV negative patients with CMV positive donor sperm. I totally understand, so it made the decision simple.

tillie

The issue is when CMV is contracted the first time during or at the outset of a pregnancy. Most couples, if one partner is CMV positive and the other is negative, transmit the disease well before a pregnancy would occur. Then the woman, if she is the one who came into the couple negative, would have built up the antibodies and have no issue later when she becomes pregnant. This is how I understand it. If you are using donor sperm, get yourself tested before you buy the sperm and if you're negative go ahead and pick a negative donor, unless you want to roll the dice on something so significant. If you are CMV positive, then I don't think there is any benefit of picking a negative donor. My clinic makes you sign a waiver if you decide to use a positive donor when negative because of the seriousness of the risk.

sibemom

I guess just another case of things being different and less forward planning here in a smaller town. I don't think they tested me - just did a regular pre-pregnancy blood panel. Nothing was ever said or asked... I guess the best way to put it is they are treating me like I've figured everything out on my own. Kind of frustrating.

aggiebaby

Hey ladies. Well I found out through genetic testing that I am missing 3 chromosomes. The nurse did not have much knowledge on the implications of this finding and is referring me to a genetic counselor. She did say that as we age, we lose chromosomes. I had no idea! But she did say that at my age of 33, this is an abnormal loss and would only be seen in a much older woman. I am just devastated. I don't even know what to say or do. I am still in shock. Just wanted to let you know that my losses with donor 2976 are most likely my problem.

maria2

Oh Aggiebaby! Im so sorry! When do you have the appt with genetic counselor? Good luck. Try not to freak out too much until u speak to counselor. I know its hard not to...:(

tillie

Oh I'm so sorry to hear this but absolutely wait until you speak to the expert to understand the significance. It may or may not be what you think. Please keep us informed. I had never heard of this - missing chromosomes in the female or losing them as you age - and would love to be more informed about this and understand whether I should get testing. I did not do the genetic testing. I always guessed that it would tell you if you had an abnormal gene, not that you could be missing things.

aggiebaby

UPDATE - I was having a really hard time understanding how I could be missing 3 chromosomes and still be alive. So I went and got a copy of the report. The report says that I am missing one of the sex chromosomes in some of my cells but the others are normal with all 46 chromosomes. It appears that the diagnosis will be Mosaic Turner Syndrome. The encouraging thing is that some woman have gone on the have healthy babies. A possibility for us would be IVF with PGD. Pre-implantation Genetic diagnosis is where they take cells from the embryos to ensure that they are normal before placing them in the uterus. So I have some hope again! I also have two other mutations - MTHFR and another that can cause clotting problems. We meet with the genetic counselor tomorrow at 3 pm. Will keep you posted!

paulml02

Does anyone know the total motile count for donor 2976?? The last I checked there was only 1-5 pregnancies reported for him, which seems odd because there had to be 150+ vials sold. I was hoping maybe the numbers would be a little higher. Does anyone know if there is documentation that comes with the sperm to let us know what the count is, or do our individual physicians do that? Thanks!

robin

maria2

Paulml02 - just reviewed old posts....one said 15 million and another said 21.3 million. I had iui with this donor on monday and his number was 61 million with 35% motility pre-wash. RE said that post-wash estimated 17 million. So he was satisfied.

paulml02

Awesome, thank you very much! Good luck with your TWW!

aggiebaby

sibemom

maria2

Just curious if anyone is still using this donor? It sounds like most of you have moved on to other donors. Im in my 2ww with him.....so just wondering...good luck everyone!

aggiebaby

maria2

wonderful news, aggiebaby! i'm really going to try to hold off on taking the pregnancy test early....i always cave and take it really early a few times. so i'll wait until my 2 weeks is up, which is july 4th! i'll keep you all posted!!!

sibemom

maria2

Unfortunately, it was a no! I'll try one more time (I have one more vial of 2976) and then re-evaluate everything....just trying to deal with things. Such mixed emotions...feeling my body has failed me and then so sad that I waited this long...I'm trying to stay hopeful....Best of luck to you ladies.

robin

moewhit

maria2

Thank you Robin and Moe!! Im feeling better today. Was just so disappointed on Tuesday. I am trying to stay hopeful! Baby dust to you all! I am so glad I have all you ladies to help!! I have my family and friends, but its wonderful to have all of you too! Good luck to you ladies!!

robin

maria2

Per Fairfax Moderator: "Donor 2976 was added to the Fairfax Cryobank catalog in the spring of 2010."

maria2

Still no one reporting their pregnancies/birth with donor #2976????

sweetpea

I am currently in my 2ww with this donor. This is my second unmedicated IUI. I had an ultrasound before this IUI that confirmed one large follie (19) and the doc said I was ready anytime. I surged at day 12, which is early, but the doc said I looked really ready when we went in for the procedure. The first go around the count was 8 mil and this time it was 14 mil. I did do accupuncture this go around the day before and after the IUI. I do feel different in this 2ww than the last time. A couple of days after the IUI, I just felt bigger all over and for the first time, my boobs hurt (not sensitive at all in that area normally). I keep taking tests that are all BFN and I go in on Monday for the blood test. I will report back on Monday.

sweetpea

Well, I got a BFN on my test today and I just found out that my doctor will no longer accept my insurance starting next month. What to do now?

Amirasmommy

Huge bummer sweat pea. I'd find another doctor who takes my ins. Wish mine would pay. This is all gonna be out of pocket for me...ouch!

maria2

Sweetpea, has AF come yet? Could u still b in waiting period??? I'm still hopeful! Also, what city do u live? Maybe u can go.to another doc who takes your insurance?