New Lab Opening In San Diego!
Phoenix Sperm Bank is happy to announce the opening of our 3rd laboratory location in La Jolla, California. Our third location in La Jolla will operate as San Diego Sperm Bank. The new lab is
How the Sperm Donor Process Works
If you’ve ever considered donating sperm and want to know more about the process, this post is for you. Below we outline the steps to becoming a donor along with the benefits of being in
The Link Between Diet and Sperm Quality
Making healthy lifestyle choices improves not just your fertility but your overall health. No surprise there. Regular exercise, moderate alcohol use, avoiding tobacco, and maintaining a healthy weight for your body size all contribute to
How Chemotherapy Affects Sperm Count and Fertility
Though fairly rare overall, testicular cancer is the most common form of cancer among men 15 to 34 years of age. It is also one of the most treatable forms, with a cure rate of
How Your Underwear Affects Sperm Production
Good news! One of the most effective ways to improve your sperm production is also one of the easiest: keep your testicles cool. And the type of underwear you choose to wear can have a
What is an Open Identity Sperm Donor?
An open identity (or open ID) sperm donor is one who agrees to at least one form of contact with any donation-born offspring once the child turns 18. Due to its transparency, open ID is
Tips for Reducing Stress and Improving Male Fertility
Multiple scientific studies over the past 20 years have revealed possible links between psychological stress and infertility. Studies found that men who feel stressed are more likely to experience decreased testosterone, lower sperm count, abnormal
Get the Benefits of Genetic Testing When You Become a Donor
Phoenix Sperm Bank offers the most comprehensive genetic testing of any sperm bank in the world. As of August 2016, our screening process includes testing all donors in our program for more than 100 genetic
Storing Sperm Offers You More Choice Later in Life
According to the results of a 2014 study of 2.4 million children in Sweden, men who wait longer to start families are at increased risk of having children with psychiatric disorders. The study, published in
Thinking About a Vasectomy? Then Think about Storing Your Sperm First
A vasectomy is the most reliable contraception option for a man. That’s why you — and your spouse or partner — want to be certain you don’t want children (or any more children) before going
How to Improve Your Sperm Count and Quality
To be a sperm donor you must have healthy sperm. That’s why we do a semen analysis of all applicants before they can become donors. Though the semen analysis is not the only health test
5 Important Factors that Affect Sperm Quality
Your lifestyle choices can either help or hinder your sperm quality. Here are a few factors that you should take into account when trying to conceive or looking to donate sperm: Overheating: Human testes cannot function
