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DONOR PROFILE: 4219
The past and current personal and family medical history, physical examination, and laboratory test results determine that
donor 4219 is eligible and approved for semen donation at The Sperm Bank of California. This profile was prepared in
August, 2009.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Identity-Release® Program: Yes
Month/year of birth: 08/74
Education: Bachelor of Music in Composition; Certificates or Training in Computer Hardware and
Networks, Sound Engineering, and Solar Power.
Current occupation: Live Sound Engineer, Publicist/ Community Outreach
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Height: 5’ 9”
Weight: 151
Hair color: Medium brown
Hair type: Wavy
Eye color: Dark brown
Complexion: Olive, few freckles
Body type: Medium
Ethnic origin: German, Irish, Italian
Religion: Raised Roman Catholic, currently Humanist
Blood group/Rh: A+
Baby photo available: No
Other defining features: The donor reports that he never got wisdom teeth and neither did his father.
FAMILY MEDICAL HISTORY KEY:
D donor Ch child F father M mother S sister B brother
Co cousin A aunt U uncle MGF maternal grandfather
MGM maternal grandmother PGF paternal grandfather PGM paternal grandmother
FAMILY MEDICAL HISTORY
Allergies: D: Hayfever, onset at 14, occasional antihistamines, managed; D: rash when exposed to sulfa.
M: Hayfever, onset at 12, medication, condition managed.
Blood: MCo#1: VonWillebrand’s disease (blood disorder), onset at 12, managed with birth control
prescription.
Gastro-intestinal: M: Gallstones, onset at 58, hospitalization and diet changes, no reoccurrences.
Genital/Reproductive: M: Endometriosis, onset in 20’s, endometrial ablation at 40, painful periods until
menopause.
Heart: F: Heart Failure from Pericarditis, side effect of chemotherapy, onset at 38, Pericardectomy,
resolved. MGM: High Cholesterol, onset at 64, managed w/diet; Heart Attack, onset at 83, medication,
fair health at 91. MGF: High Cholesterol and High Blood Pressure, onset at 60 and 65, medication and
diet changes, contributed to other heart problems; Heart Disease, Heart Attack, Heart Failure,
Hardening of the Arteries, onset a 75, medication, bypass surgery, cause of death at 88. PGM:
Hardening of Arteries, onset at 63, medication, good health at 78. PGF: Heart Attacks, onset at 70 and
74, blood thinners, good health at age 80. MU#1: Heart Disease, Hardening of Arteries, onset at 62,
bypass surgery, died post surgery, left hospital against medical advice.
Mental Health: MCo#2: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, onset at 14, medication, functions fine,
currently 16.
Muscles/Bones/Joints: MGM: Osteoporosis, onset at 70, calcium, condition managed.
Neurological: PGM: Stroke, onset at 72, blood thinners, fully recovered; Migraines, onset in teens, avoids
triggers, ended with menopause. MGM: Parkinson’s Disease, onset at 85, medication, some tremors, still
walking; Dementia, onset at 84, medication, some days alert, some days confused.
Respiratory: M: Asthma, onset at 45, inhalers, condition managed.
Sight/Sound/Smell: Donor eyesight R: 20/70 L: 20/13
Skin: M: Vitiligo (mild), onset in teens, no treatment available, hardly noticeable. MGM: onset in teens,
no treatment, condition visible. MCo#2: Vitiligo, onset at birth, no treatment, outcome good.
Substance Abuse: MGF: Alcoholism, un diagnosed, onset in 40’s no treatment, no interfere with life.
Cancer (see above): F: Hodgkins Lymphoma, onset at 25, chemo radiation, in remission from age 30-49,
recurrence cause of death at 50. PA: Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, onset at 51, chemotherapy, in remission.
DONOR LAB RESULTS
Chlamydia: Negative Gonorrhea: Negative Syphilis: Nonreactive
HIV 1 & 2: Negative CMV total antibody: Nonreactive
Hepatitis B: Negative Hepatitis C: Negative HTLV 1 & 2: Negative
Urinalysis: Normal Chem panel: Normal CBC: Normal
Cystic Fibrosis: Negative Tay Sachs: N/A Sickle cell anemia/thalassemia: Negative
DONOR NARRATIVE: Donor # 4219
Describe your personality (introvert, extrovert, funny, serious, goal-oriented, curious, etc.).
I am an outwardly sociable person (I make friends easily and am easy to get along with), but I
really value my time alone. Overall I would say I’m more of an introvert…but only my close
friends probably see this side. I am an ambitious, energetic person who rarely sits down to
relax; I always have too many projects going on! Even in my ‘down time’ I am much more
likely to do something active like go for a hike or play a game, instead of watching TV or
reading a book.
I am a loyal husband and friend, devoted to my wife and daughter, and honest and genuine in
my interactions.
I am very scientifically-minded and logical in everyday life; but I also have a poetic side that is
expressed in my lyrics and music. My greatest loves are my family, playing and writing music,
and the outdoors.
What are your special interests and talents?
My greatest talent, and interest, lies in music. I have played and taught multiple instruments
professionally, and also love to sing. I’m an accomplished composer and songwriter, having
written extensively in classical, popular, and ‘world music’ idioms. The most thrilling part of
my life is when a new song comes together. In the last few years I’ve had a CD released in
Japan, and played around the region with various bands, but always kept my day job! I also
enjoy the technical aspects of music production, such as wiring sound systems and working in
the studio. My work as a sound engineer (mixing live shows for bands) is very fulfilling for me,
and I always get a lot of compliments. I am also interested in progressive politics, alternative
energy technologies, cooking, astronomy, and physics.
How would you describe your enjoyment of and skills in the following areas:
math: I have always enjoyed math and been good at it. I took calculus in high school but
tested out in college since I was a music major…and I’ve missed it ever since!
mechanical: I enjoy working with my hands, and with tools, but I wouldn’t say I’m especially
talented in this. I do like to take things apart to see how they work, and I’m good at fixing
things and troubleshooting mechanical problems. I also enjoy carpentry and rudimentary
furniture building!
athletic: I played a lot of soccer and tennis in my youth but I’ve never been too interested in
(or good at) competitive sports. However, I frequently ride my bike, love to go on long hikes,
and I’m a competent downhill skier.
musical, artistic, creative: I have already described my musical life above. I am not a good
visual artist; I’m very tuned in to my ears! I do consider myself a creative thinker and a
problem solver.
language (what languages besides English do you speak?): Only English and little Spanish.
What are your goals and ambitions in life?
For many years, my main ambition was to be widely recognized for making unique, original
music. But, as I’ve aged, my perspective has widened. Now, I have a beautiful daughter, and a
son on the way, and I’m committed to creating a good environment for them to grow up in. I
want to do work that uplifts my community and sets the groundwork for a sustainable culture.
Why do you want to be a sperm donor?
My Mom and Dad both came from families of 10 children. They always intended on having a
big family themselves, but my dad was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s disease when I was a toddler.
The treatment prevented him from fathering another child, and it was 10 years before we were
finally able to adopt my sister. I would like to think that I am helping couples overcome their
obstacles to have the family that they desire.
Did you choose to be an identity-release donor? __X__Yes ____No. Why did you make this choice?
My adopted sister has recently gotten in contact with her birthparents and it has been a
tremendously positive experience for all of them. I wouldn’t want to deny a person the
opportunity to know both their biological parents. And, it would be fascinating for me to meet a
child I didn’t know I had.
What message would you like us to pass on to the people who are getting your sperm?
I would like to wish you all the joy that I’ve had so far raising a child, and more sleep!