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DNA tests find 30+ IVF children used wrong donors

8/18/2026

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  • At least 30 British children were IVF-conceived using donors other than those selected.
  • Fifteen were born at Dogus IVF Centre, where Dr Firdevs Uguz Tip, Dr Sevket Alpturk and Julie Hodson were involved.
  • DNA tests on 11 children showed Turkish ancestry and indicated conception dates from 2012-2024.
  • Rachel’s €4,000 payment in 2012 produced a son, Jonah, whose DNA confirms he is hers but not donor ‘Ditto’.