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For a demonstration on how to buy, please see our How to Buy Video.

If you are unable to view the video, please follow the below steps with respect to purchasing our specimens online:

1. DONOR SEARCH: Click Donor Search on our home page. You can now browse through our donor list. You may search for specific donor qualities and/or characteristics by using the search fields at the top of the page.

2. ADDITIONAL DONOR INFORMATION: To the right of each donor line, you will find three icons that you are able to click to receive additional donor information free of charge. The first icon is of three pages together that represents our Extended Donor Profile. The second icon is a thumbs up that represents our Staff Impression. The final icon is a camera that directs you to photos of the donor as a child. You will need to have installed the most recent version of Adobe Acrobat Reader to view these documents.

3. INVENTORY STOCK: To view the up-to-date stock inventory of straws for our donors, please click the donor's name from our donor list that is highlighted and underlined in blue. On this donor page, you will find the number of straws currently in inventory.

4. DELIVERY: In the column titled Delivery, here you are able to place the number of straws of the specific MOT classification and type of straw (ICI/IUI). In the blank box, please input the quantity of straws you would like to purchase. To register the purchase into your basket, please click the stroller icon to the right of the line.

5. RESERVATION: In the column titled Reservation, please use this field if you would like to purchase straws but not have the straws delivered immediately. A reservation will reserve the desired quantity of straws in our inventory management system for your use. To reserve straws, please place the quantity of straws in the blank box and click the stroller to register the straws into your basket.

6. CHECKING ORDER DETAILS: For any reason during the ordering process, you may cancel the order for mistakes by using the forward and backward progression white arrows in blue ovals at the top of the page.

7. SHIPPING METHOD OR STORAGE PERIOD: Select either a shipping method (for delivery orders) or storage period length (for reservation orders). Click the progression arrow to advance to the next stage in the ordering process.

8. NEW CLIENTS: For new clients, please write a username and a password of your own choice. You can use any alpha-numeric sign between 8-15 characters. Write your e-mail address. Click the square "I accept Terms of Agreement". Accepting the Terms and Conditions is mandatory to progress to the final stage of ordering. Once you have completed the step, click Create Client.

9. EXISTING CLIENTS: For Existing Clients, input your username and password into the appropriate fields and click Login. If you have forgotten your username and password, please input your email address and click "Send Password". An email will automatically be sent to your email address with your username and your password.

10. INVOICE & DELIVERY ADDRESS: In the appropriate fields, please fill in your name and address under invoice address. If the order is to be shipped to a non-medical office, a Release Authorization signed by your doctor is required. You may download a Release Authorization by clicking here. Please have the Release Authorization faxed to (917) 210-3464. For orders to be shipped to a medical office including clinics, a Release Authorization is not needed.

11. PAYMENT METHOD: Cryos NY uses PayPal to process its orders online. Through PayPal, we accept all major credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. To process your payment, please fill in the appropriate payment fields. When you click submit, an order confirmation is sent to us and we will begin working on processing your order.

If the order requires immediate attention, please contact our office at (212) 430-5950. Please keep in mind that we will make every attempt to process your order as quickly and efficiently as possible. If an order is processed on a weekend or holiday, we will process the order on the next business day. However, we understand that there are emergencies at times. If you are placing an order on a weekend or holiday which needs immediate attention, please send an email to tk@cryosinternational.com and we will respond to your request as soon as possible.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us either by email, phone +1(212) 430-5950, letter or fax +1(917) 210-3464.
Do you deliver to private customers?

Shipments to Private Customers are shipments of specimens to non-medical offices such as residencies.

If you are interested in conducting a home insemination or need the specimens to be shipped to your home, Cryos can ship the specimens directly to your residence. However, prior to shipping the product, you will need to have your fertility doctor or gynecologist complete and fax a Release Authorization to the Cryos NY office at +1(917) 210-3464. To download a PDF of the Cryos Release Authorization please click here.

If you are interested in searching for a reputable fertility clinic, you may contact the Cryos NY office at +1(212) 430-5950, conduct a online search via Google, Yahoo!, etc. or visit World In Vitro Fertilisaton Unit.
Which information about the donor is available?

Cryos NY understands the importance of providing quality information about its donors from medical, physical and psychological viewpoints. Additionally, the company understands the large financial commitment involved with artificial inseminations and therefore does not charge for additional donor information. Clients may access via the Cryos NY donor search on its website Extended Donor Profiles, Staff Impressions, and Baby Photos of its American donors. There are a few Danish donors that are available for sale within the United States that do not have any additional donor information.

     Extended Donor Profiles are required forms completed by all Cryos NY donors that provide clients with
        more detailed information such as interests, personalities, education levels achieved, family-trees, and
        medical histories (if applicable). Most of these Extended Donor Profiles provide a hand-written note from the
        donor explaining his motivation for donating.

     Staff Impressions are documents written about each specific donor by a staff member of Cryos NY.
        These Staff Impressions offer clients another view of the donor from a different perspective.

     Baby Photos are photos of the donors ranging from ages 3-6 months to 5-6 years. In some cases, Cryos NY
        will have adult photos of Non-Anonymous Donors (please see below for definition).

If you are interested in finding out more information on the donors, please do not hesitate to contact a Cryos NY Sales Associate at +1(212) 430-5950.

All donors at the time of entering the company's donor program are required to complete a Donor Agreement. This agreement is the standard agreement informing the donor of his responsibilities as a sperm donor. Every donor relinquishes his paternal rights for children born of his specimens. Additionally, at this time donors decide whether they will be an Anonymous or Non-Anonymous (Open Identity) donor.

     Anonymous Donors are donors that decide to have their personal information restricted to Cryos personnel
         only and never to be disclosed to a third party.

     Non-Anonymous Donors (Open Identity) are donors that decide to have their personal information
         disclosed to children born of their specimens when that child reaches the age of 18 years.
The decision to choose an Anonymous Donor or a Non-Anonymous Donor is a very difficult decision to make. The decision is to be made by the parents-to-be and Cryos NY will in no way try to influence the decision. Please keep in mind that various countries developed legislation making it illegal to purchase Non-Anonymous Donor semen while others have outlawed the purchase of Anonymous Donor semen. For more information on Anonymous Donors and Non-Anonymous Donors please visit the Donor Sibling Registry at http://donorsiblingregistry.com. This website will allow potential clients to connect with existing parents that purchased both anonymous and non-anonymous donor semen for artificial insemination from any sperm bank worldwide. Cryos NY is not responsible for the quality of information provided by the Donor Sibling Registry.

What does MOT mean?

What is CBS®-straws?

CBS® (CryoBioSystem) High Secutity Straws are storage applications specifically designed to safely store biological products in liquid nitrogen and nitrogen vapor. These types of straws can be used to store serum, plasma, buffy-coat and other blood fractions, cell suspension, bacterial or viral strains, gametes (sperm cells), and embryos.
The major advantage of this storage application is that it offers close to a 0% contamination factor because the straws are heat-sealed at both ends. The sealing process is performed using a special machine that does not transfer heat to the semen sample.
The CBS® High Secutity Straws identify the contents by a specially designed adhesive detailing the type of product (IUI or ICI), donor ID, and ejaculate number as well as a link to the Cryos NY website. This ensures safe storage and prevents tampering with the ID.
The CBS® High Secutity Straws are an approved storage application by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and CE-marked as a medical device of human gametes and embryos.
What is Intra Uterine Insemination (IUI)?

Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) is the process of artificial insemination where semen is deposited directly into the uterus. IUI treatments are to be performed only be licensed medical professionals.
Scientific studies have found IUI treatments to achieve higher pregnancy rates than ICI treatments (as high as 3 to 4 times greater).
What is Vaginal or Cervical Insemination?

Vaginal or Intracervical Insemination (ICI) is the process of artificial insemination where sperm is deposited into the vagina. This type of artificial insemination represents the more traditional manner of intercourse.
ICI procedures can be performed at home with the approval of a doctor.
How much sperm should I order?
One of the most important factors in achieving a successful pregnancy using donor semen is the number motile sperm. In every ejaculate that donors contribute, there are living and dead sperm. Among the living sperm, there will be sperm that swim in linear and non-linear forward progression, sperm that are not properly developed (such as two tails and/or two heads), and sperm that swim in non-progressive manners, among others. Cryos NY determines its motile sperm count on the number of linear and non-linear forward progression sperm.
Fertility Specialists/Doctors/Clinics in the United States performing Intrauterine Insemination (IUI) and/or Intracervical Insemination (ICI) treatments expect to see a range of motile sperm per insemination between 10 million and 20 million using no more than 1.0 mL of donor semen.
Based on packaging its specimens in 0.5 mL straws, Cryos NY suggests using the following number of straws per insemination:
1. IUI/ICI Treatments = 2 MOT10 (or higher MOT) Straws
2. IVF Treatments = 2 MOT5 (or higher MOT) Straws
*Cryos NY recommends speaking to your fertility clinic to discuss how many specimens should be purchased per insemination.

Please keep in mind that donors will not always remain a Cryos NY donor. Some donors will discontinue donating because they have moved out of the New York City area, got married, or completed their 1-year commitment with Cryos NY. Therefore, the inventory of specific donor semen may not have a replenishment source. If you are considering having siblings with the same donor, Cryos NY suggests purchasing additional donor semen and having the specimens stored at either Cryos NY or your fertility clinic.
According to many fertility specialists, on average it takes 3-4 inseminations to achieve a successful pregnancy. Therefore, if you are considering siblings, Cryos NY suggests purhasing 6-8 straws per desired child.
Should I make a reservation?
After selecting a donor, you may want to consider purchasing additional straws for future inseminations. Donors do not remain donors indefinitely. At times, donor specimens may become depleted given that there is no replenishment source. In other words, donors may discontinue donating sperm because they have moved out of New York City and/or have decided to stop. If you are considering to have more than one child and would like the children to be genetic siblings, Cryos NY suggests purchasing additional specimens and having them stored at Cryos NY or your fertility clinic.

According to fertility specialists in the United States, on average it takes 3-4 inseminations to achieve a pregnancy. Clinics report an average pregnancy rate between 10-40% per insemination. The success rates differ from patient to patient depending on the individual's overall health and fertility, clinic's experience, hormone stimulation, timing of the treatment, sperm preparation method, the quality of sperm, insemination method, etc. Therefore, with respect to the success rates of achieving successful pregnancies, it may be a good idea to purchase additional specimens.
Cryos NY suggests speaking to your OB/GYN and/or fertility specialist to discuss how much donor seman should be purchased to achieve a pregnancy. Below you will find Cryos NY's recommendation on how many straws (with respect to MOT classification) are needed to achieve a successful pregnancy:

MOT5
MOT10
MOT20
MOT30
MOT40
MOT50
# of Straws/Successful Pregnancy
N/A
12-16
6-8
4-6
3-4
3-4

*The above figures are based on IUI treatments. ICI treatments may require more straws to achieve pregnancies.
*MOT5 specimens are suggested to be used for IVF treatments where high motile sperm counts are not required.
*Using a MOT5 specimen is not suggested for IUI/ICI treatments.

Reasons to reserve less:
If you easily become pregnant.
If you are attempting IVF treatments.
If you are yonger than 35 years of age.

Reasons so reserve more:
- If you have difficulties becoming pregnant.
- If you are older than 35 years of age.
- If you would like to be safer and secure a number of straws to attempt artificial insemination.
  
  Cryos NY Refund Policy: Cryos NY will refund any unused straws stored at our facility an amount equal to 75% of the original purchase price.
  
  If you would like to replace an existing reservation with another donor of equal status (Anonymous or Non-Anonymous), you may do this free of charge. If you decide to change a reservation of an Anonymous donor with an Non-Anonymous donor, you may do so by paying the difference in price between Anonymous and Non-Anonymous donors.
  
  Please contact a Cryos NY staff member with any questions.
Do you have open ID donors?

Of course, we do. Cryos NY uses the term "Non-Anonymous" to define its Open Identity donors. A Non-Anonymous or Open Identity donor means that any children born of this donors specimen has the option at 18 years of age to find out the identity and contact information of the donor.
What is a Standard?

Given that Cryos NY ships specimens globally, it is imperative that Cryos NY meets the requirements and/or regulations of the countries to whom it ships. Cryos NY uses the term "Standard" to determine if a specimen is available for sale within the specific region. Below you will find the variouis "Standards" for its specimens:
STANDARD
REGION
EU
European Countries
(Excluding DK & UK)
DK
Denmark
UK
United Kingdom
USA
United States
NYS
New York State

Any specimens marked with the above "Standards" means that the specimens from the specific donor can be sold and used for artificial insemination within the borders of the region.
Where can I find a fertility clinic?

There are many reputable fertility clinics worldwide. The best way to search for a reputable clinic within your area is to ask your OB/GYN or physician. Your OB/GYN or physician, if he/she does not perform inseminations themself, would know of plenty of good fertility clinics in your area.
If you are unable to ask your OB/GYN or physician about fertility clinics, please contact our sales staff at +1(212) 430-5950. Depending on the country and type of clinic, Cryos NY may be able to refer you to a reputable clinic.
Do you produce ICI-unwashed or IUI-ready specimens?

Yes, Cryos NY produces both ICI-Unwashed and IUI-Ready specimens. An ICI-Unwashed specimen is basically "raw semen" and can only be used for intracervical insemination (ICI) as it contains prostaglandins and bacteria. However, ICI-Unwashed specimens can be washed in the future to create IUI-Ready specimens for use in IUI or IVF treatments.
An IUI-Ready specimen has been treated by a gradient centrifugation method where the prostaglandins and bacteria have been removed from the specimen. This type of specimen can be used for intrauterine inseminations (IUI) or IVF.

What are the shipping costs?

How do you ship frozen semen?

Cryos NY ships its specimens in liquid nitrogen vapor shipper tanks. These tanks will have a useful life of between 8-14 days from the time it departs the Cryos NY facility. All tanks will be shipped in a "pyramid" or "mushroom" casing. These casings protect the tank from any damage as well as keep it standing upright during transit.
The liquid nitrogen vapor shipper tanks weigh approximately 10 lbs. at the time of shipment. The protective casing weighs 10 lbs. Therefore, the total shipment will weigh approximately 20 lbs.
Below are photos of the vapor shipper tanks and casings:
LIQUID NITROGEN VAPOR SHIPPER TANKS

MUSHROOM CASING

PYRAMID CASING
When can I expect delivery?

Cryos NY understands that there may be needs to have specimens shipped immediately. Therefore, Cryos NY is able to process shipments on-demand and have them available for pick up or delivered to clinics in New York City within 70 minutes of receiving an order as long as shipping tanks are available. It is suggested to contact Cryos at least 48 hours prior to shipping to schedule an order.
Given that Cryos NY uses Federal Express to handle its shipments, the time of delivery depends on where the specimens are being shipped. Typically, for any shipments within the United States Cryos NY can ship either 2-day or overnight delivery.
With respect to International shipments, please contact a Cryos NY staff member to find out how quickly you can recieve your shipment.
Do you deliver donor semen to UK?

Yes, Cryos NY can ship donor semen to the United Kingdom (UK). However, only non-anonymous donors may be used for artificial insemination within the UK and not all our non-anonymous donors have completed the necessary paperwork to have their specimens sold within the UK. As you are conducting your search for Cryos NY donors, on its Donor Search page all donors available for sale within the UK will be listed as being released to the standard UK. You may search for the specific donors on our Donor Search page by clicking here.
What documentation will follow the shipment?
Each shipment from Cryos NY contains the following documents:
- Packing List: This document details the contents of the shipment with regards to donor name, ejaculate number, type of straws (IUI or ICI), volume of straws 0.4mL or 0.5mL, guarantee motile sperm count range, freezing dates of specimens, and client's name.
- Donor Characteristics & Quarantine Release Form: This document highlights the characteristics of the donor including the donor name, updated test results (communicable/serological tests and genetic disorders), and which ejaculates are released to various standards (Europe, Denmark, United Kingdom, United States, New York State).
- Summary Record: This document lists all of the licenses, permits and registrations that Cryos NY holds.
- Specimen Report Form: This document is for clinics to provide Cryos NY the analysis of sub-standard straws only. This form is required within 48 hours after thawing only if there is a problem with the specimens.
- Straw Preparation Picture Instructions: Each shipment includes detailed picture instructions on how to extract specimens from the straw to a syringe (for home inseminations) or how clinics can prepare straws for inseminations.
- Return Shipment Instructions: This document provides picture instructions on preparing the tank for the return shipment for both domestic and international orders.
What methods of payment do you accept?

Cryos NY accepts all major credit cards including MasterCard, Visa. Discover and American Express. If you are picking up in our office, you may also pay by cash or certified bank check.
Which currencies do you accept?

Cryos NY's accepted form of currency is US Dollar (USD).
What are the sales- and delivery terms?

See Terms of agreement.