Fertility is a stage of life that every couple may face, however, sometimes fertility may not go as smoothly as expected due to various reasons. At this time, fertility testing is particularly important. This article will introduce you to the relevant knowledge of fertility testing to help you better understand your fertility potential.
1. What is fertility testing?
Fertility testing is a series of tests that assess a couple's fertility to find out if and to what extent fertility disorders are present in both partners. With fertility testing, doctors can assess the likelihood of a couple conceiving naturally and provide appropriate recommendations for couples with problems.
2. What are the conditions that need to be tested for fertility?
Infertility: Couples who do not use contraception for a year and do not succeed in conceiving may be diagnosed as infertile. Such couples need fertility tests to find out what the problem is.
Age factor: Women over the age of 35 years have a gradual decline in ovarian function and decreased fertility. Therefore, older women can consider fertility testing to assess their fertility potential.
History of fertility disorders: One or both spouses have diseases that affect fertility, such as polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, **insufficiency, etc., and fertility testing is required to understand the impact of the condition on fertility.
Family genetic history: There is a history of genetic disease in the family that can affect the health of the offspring. Fertility testing can be used to identify genetic risks and take appropriate measures.
Lifestyle and environmental factors: Long-term bad lifestyle habits, such as smoking, alcoholism, drug abuse, etc., as well as long-term exposure to toxic and harmful substances, may affect fertility. Fertility testing may be considered for these people to assess their fertility status.
3. What are the contents of fertility testing?
Fertility testing usually includes the following:
Evaluation of ovarian function in women: Through the detection of hormone levels, basal body temperature, ultrasound examination and other means, to understand the ovarian reserve function and ovulation of women.
Fallopian tube patency test: through salpingography, laparoscopy and other methods, to evaluate whether the fallopian tubes are patency and rule out problems such as tubal blockage.
Intrauterine environment assessment: through ultrasound, hysteroscopy and other means, to understand the shape of the uterus, endometrial thickness and whether there are abnormal lesions.
Male ** analysis: check the male ** volume, sperm density, motility, morphology and other indicators to evaluate the male fertility.
Genetic testing: For couples with a history of genetic disease, genetic tests such as chromosomal analysis and genetic diagnosis can be performed to understand genetic risk.
4. What is the role of fertility testing?
Diagnostic function: Through fertility testing, the fertility disorders of couples can be accurately diagnosed, providing a basis for follow-up.
Guidance: Based on the test results, doctors can provide couples with personalized fertility guidance, including lifestyle modifications, medications**, assisted reproductive technologies, and more.
Function: By assessing the fertility potential of couples, the possibility and success rate of natural conception can be achieved, and couples can be helped to formulate a reasonable birth plan.
Psychological support: For couples with fertility disorders, fertility testing is not only a means of medical examination, but also a kind of psychological support. It allows couples to know their fertility status and take appropriate steps, thereby reducing anxiety and stress and increasing confidence.
In conclusion, fertility testing is of great significance for understanding the fertility potential of couples and solving fertility problems. If you and your partner are facing fertility problems or would like to know your fertility status, please consult a medical professional and have the appropriate check-ups and**. At the same time, maintaining good lifestyle habits and a healthy mindset is also an important factor in improving fertility.