Diagnostic tests provide important information that helps us evaluate your treatment options and fertility success. A combination of these tests and other information may be used to develop a customized treatment plan.
WOMAN-RELATED TESTS
DAY 3 TESTS
3. Day tests (done on the second, third, or fourth day of your menstrual cycle) provide important information about your likelihood of responding to treatment with egg-enhancing drugs if needed. It measures hormone levels in your blood to assess reproductive health and ovarian reserve. Female fertility is closely related to hormonal balance. Hormones initiate egg development, determine the appropriate time for ovulation, and determine how the embryo implants in the uterus. The balance and timing of hormone levels must be precise. Therefore, we primarily rely on different types of hormonal tests to assess female fertility. A number of different hormones affect fertility health, and a blood draw can look at all of these hormones that control fertility at the same time.
These hormones include;
Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), which stimulates the ovaries
Luteinizing hormone (LH), which stimulates the release of eggs from the ovaries.
AMH (anti Mullerian hormone), which indicates ovarian reserve.
Estradiol, which prepares the uterine lining for implantation.
ULTRASOUND
Traditional ultrasound tests evaluate the health of your ovaries, uterus, and follicles. Transvaginal ultrasound can evaluate small follicles in the ovaries (called antral follicles). To obtain a sufficient number of eggs from the ovaries, the total number of antral follicles should be around 10. Ultrasound is also an important testing tool in assessing the thickness and shape of the endometrium during the ovulation period.
HYSTEROSALPINGOGRAM (HSG) TEST
We use an x-ray test called HSG to examine the walls of the uterus and Fallopian tubes. This test allows your doctor to see if your fallopian tubes are open and also to evaluate the shape of your uterus. The technique involves inserting a small catheter into the uterus. It involves growing and injecting a fluid (contrast material) that can be seen on the x-ray screen. The entire process takes 15 minutes and is usually around days 5-12 of your menstrual cycle, before ovulation. It is carried out between the days.
SONOHYSTEROGRAM TEST (SIS)
This simple ultrasound test examines the uterine cavity for abnormalities such as polyps or fibroids. The cycle is done on days 5-12. It takes about 10 minutes in the office. The FOG test can confirm that the inside of the uterus is normal. A thin catheter is passed through the cervix and filled with intrauterine fluid, and the inside of the uterus is examined with ultrasound.
MALE-RELATED TESTS
Testing the male partner's sperm sample allows collecting important information about his reproductive history, medical history and lifestyle. A semen analysis test provides detailed information about fertility problems an individual or couple may be experiencing.
SEMEN ANALYSIS PROCESS
SPERM COLLECTION: A semen sample must be taken to evaluate the sperm. Undoubtedly, this process can be uncomfortable for many men and therefore sample samples can be collected at home or in a special collection room at our centre. If collected at home, the semen sample must be brought to our laboratory within a certain time period to ensure the survival of the sperm.
SEMEN VOLUME
It shows how many milliliters of semen are produced. Low volumes may indicate obstruction or dysfunction in the seminal vesicles or prostate. The volume must be more than 2 ml.
SEMEN MOTILITY
It shows how many motile sperm are present. This feature allows the sperm to combine with the egg in the fallopian tube. In general, 50% or more of the sperm should be motile.
SEMEN MORPHOLOGY
It refers to the actual shape of the sperm. If more than 50% is abnormally shaped, male fertility is affected.
SEMEN CONCENTRATION
Indicates how many millions of sperm are produced per milliliter. Low numbers may indicate that sperm is blocked from coming out or that the testicles are not producing sperm as they should.
Sperm color may indicate the presence of blood or a side effect of the medication.
Read: 0
