Infertility is a problem that many couples face. If a woman has been trying to conceive for over a year and has had well-timed, unprotected sexual intercourse, she may be labeled as infertile. Infertility can be treated, which is good news. Understanding the causes of infertility is the first step in fertility treatment. A variety of fertility tests can be done to confirm a diagnosis of infertility in women.
You will be registered with Ethics IVF the first time you visit us. We’ll take careful notes on your medical and surgical history, as well as your menstrual and coital histories. We will review your previous reports and treatments, so please bring your previous treatment information with you when you visit us.
When testing for infertility, doctors will first perform a physical examination and ask questions to learn more about the patient’s medical history and lifestyle. Additionally, one or more of the following tests may be recommended:
Counselling and Treatment
IVF treatment can be physically and emotionally draining for a couple. Counseling with Crysta Counselors allows couples to better understand their treatment plan and express their concerns, which is crucial before the procedure begins.
Stimulation and Monitoring
Follicles mature as a result of ovarian stimulation. Over the course of 10-12 days, the growth of these follicles is tracked. At regular intervals, blood tests and ultrasounds are used to assess the ovarian response. This procedure aids in the regulation of the size, quality, and amount of developing follicles.
Ovum Retrieval
The mature ovum is released after medication and final stimulation. The ovum is collected in the clinic under sedition with ultrasound monitoring. The harvested ovum is subsequently transported to an embryologist for ART laboratory processing.
Sperm Collection
Ask the male partner to provide a fresh semen sample on the same day. If necessary, sperm can be extracted from the testicles or epididymis by a surgical procedure.
Embryo Transfer
The sperm and egg are fertilized under laboratory conditions to form the embryo. Embryologists create several embryos and based on their quality, choose the best ones to be transferred to the uterus on the third or fifth day of pregnancy.
Post Transfer Care
After the embryo has been transferred, the specialist may prescribe medication and other routine care to help increase the chances of implantation. After a certain amount of time has passed, you may be recommended to take pregnancy tests to confirm whether you are pregnant.
- Ovarian Reserve Testing
- AMH (Anti Mullerian Hormone)
- FSH
What is Ovarian Reserve Testing?
Doctors can use ovarian reserve tests to assist women forecast their reproductive potential. These tests can tell you how much time you have until you can conceive and how many eggs have reached an advanced stage of development. Simple blood tests, such as AMH, E2, and FSH, can be used to examine hormone levels and assess egg quality and number.
AMH (Anti Mullerian Hormone)
The cells in the follicles (sacs that house the eggs) of a woman’s ovary create anti mullerian hormone. When AMH levels are high, it suggests there are a lot of follicles, which means there are a lot of eggs. The amount of eggs a woman has drops as she gets older, and her AMH levels do as well. This blood test can be performed at any time and provides an accurate estimate of the quantity of eggs.
FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)
The pituitary gland (in the brain) produces FSH, which is responsible for developing the eggs in the ovary. On the second or third day of the menstrual cycle, a blood sample is taken. High levels of FSH, in contrast to AMH levels, suggest weak ovarian reserves, whereas low levels of FSH indicate a robust ovarian reserve.
