On genetic screening of donors for artificial insemination

Reliable information on the frequency of birth defects in children conceived by artificial insemination is lacking and should be collected. Genetic screening of donors for artificial insemination is recommended, and guidelines are proposed. These consider the kinds of disorder in the presumptive donor, or his relatives, that would preclude his use as a donor, and the steps to be taken with relatives, that would preclude his use as a donor, and the steps to be taken with respect to genetic counseling if a defective baby is born following the procedure.