How anonymous is anonymous egg donation? What about DNA testing and future contact?

True anonymity is increasingly difficult due to consumer DNA testing. Current reality: your profile removes identifying information but may include physical description, education, interests, direct-to-consumer DNA tests (23andMe, AncestryDNA) can potentially connect donors with recipients/children, some intended parents specifically request contact after children reach adulthood, legal anonymity protects you from financial obligations but not genetic connections, international regulations vary on anonymity requirements, some donors choose semi-open arrangements with controlled communication. Future considerations: DNA databases are growing rapidly, anonymity laws may change, consider long-term implications before donating. We recommend discussing comfort level with potential future contact during screening.