Understanding motivations and psychological aspects of gamete donation
Official title: Study of the Motivations and Psychological Aspects of Gamete Donation Candidates Following the Change in the Law on Anonymity: a National Multicenter Study
Run by University Hospital, Toulouse · NCT06014151 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study is trying to understand why new male and female gamete donors in France decide to donate and how recent changes in anonymity laws might affect their motivations and feelings about donation.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Toulouse Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Toulouse) |
| Trial ID | NCT06014151 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are individuals considering gamete donation at CECOS centers in France.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who do not understand French or cannot complete the questionnaires will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to explore the motivations and psychological factors influencing new male and female candidates for gamete donation in France. It will compare the characteristics of these new donors, who are subject to a recent change in anonymity laws, with those from a previous study conducted between 2016 and 2018. Participants will complete questionnaires designed to assess their motivations, perceptions of donation, and views on infertility. The study seeks to provide insights into how changes in legislation may affect donor demographics and motivations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of donor motivations and improve recruitment strategies for gamete donation.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies on gamete donation motivations have shown success, but this study addresses a novel context due to recent changes in anonymity laws.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * All candidate to gamete donation at the CECOS centers in France Exclusion Criteria: * People who do not understand French or who cannot answer a paper questionnaire or an online questionnaire
Where it's running
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Toulouse Hospital
Toulouse, France Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: NADJET NOURI, PhD — University Hospital, Toulouse
- Study coordinator: NADJET NOURI, PhD
- Email: nouri.n@chu-toulouse.fr
- Phone: 0567771023
How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.