{"id":918,"date":"2021-09-06T00:32:47","date_gmt":"2021-09-06T00:32:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/?p=918"},"modified":"2025-01-31T13:14:08","modified_gmt":"2025-01-31T13:14:08","slug":"common-medical-tests-in-case-of-fertility-issues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/silenebricet.com\/fr\/common-medical-tests-in-case-of-fertility-issues\/","title":{"rendered":"Common medical tests in case of fertility issues"},"content":{"rendered":"
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When you’re having difficulties in trying to conceive, we understand how painful and daunting that can be. If you’re concerned about infertility, the best thing to do is to make an appointment with a doctor, preferably an infertility specialist. He or she will start by talking with you and your partner about your medical health and habits. Although you may find some of the questions awkward or embarrassing, it’s the best way to evaluate what might be causing your trouble. In many cases, infertility is the result of a combination of problems, sometimes in each partner, which makes a thorough examination important.<\/p>\n

Firstly, we will take a look at some of the female tests for infertility.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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1\/ Female blood tests \u2013 Hormones levels
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Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
<\/strong>If too low, this prevents follicle recruitment.
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Luteinizing hormone (LH)
<\/strong>An LH that is higher than FSH is an indication of possible PCOS.<\/p>\n

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Prolactin
<\/strong>Prolactin stimulates breast milk production and inhibits FSH.<\/p>\n

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Oestrogen
<\/strong>Raised oestrogen (estrodiol) can indicate diminished ovarian reserve, or possible presence of a cyst.<\/p>\n

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Progesterone
<\/strong>An elevated level on day 3 indicates a lower pregnancy rate (progesterone failing to diminish and rise at correct time during the cycle).<\/p>\n

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Insulin
<\/strong>Excess insulin increases the production of androgens.<\/p>\n

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High levels of insulin cause the ovaries to overproduce testosterone, interfering with the development of the follicles.<\/p>\n

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Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH)<\/p>\n

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Hypothyroidism can have an effect on fertility as it upsets the general hormone balance.<\/p>\n

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Progesterone
<\/u><\/strong>Without sufficient progesterone to support the endometrium, the embryo will miscarry.<\/p>\n

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Anti-Mullerian Hormone (AMH)
<\/strong>Produce by ovarian follicles, AMH gives an indication of ovarian reserve \u2013 the quantity but not the quality of the remaining egg supply.<\/p>\n

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2\/Uterine tests<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Laparoscopy
<\/strong>A surgical procedure in which the abdomen is inflated with gaz and a fibre-optic instrument is inserted through the abdominal wall\u00a0 to view the uterus and other organs.<\/p>\n

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Done under general anaesthetic, it may include surgery to remove endometrial tissue, adhesions, etc…<\/p>\n

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HyCoSy <\/strong>(Ultrasound with hysterosalpingo contrast Sonography)
<\/strong>Sugar water is injected into the uterus and fallopian tubes are checked for blockages. Ultrasound examination avoids the use of X-rays.<\/p>\n

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Hysteroscopy<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The inside of the womb is inspected by a miniature telescope in a narrow tube; biopsy or removal of a polyp may happen at the same time if necessary. Local anaesthetic only.<\/p>\n

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Type of pelvic ultrasound used to look at the uterus, ovaries, cervix, and vagina may show up conditions such as:<\/p>\n

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