At the time of ovulation, the progesterone
secretion from the ovary effects changes in the endometrium of the uterus.
In this way, the uterus prepares for the possible implantation of a fertilized
egg. If the progesterone output after ovulation is inadequate, then
the development of the endometrium may not be adequate for implantation
to occur.
A biopsy of the endometrium will
determine whether its stage of development is in line with the stage of
the cycle. If there is a lag of more than 2 days, (e.g. on 26th day
of the cycle the endometrium has the maturity of only a 23-day cycle),
it may indicate insufficient secretion of progesterone. This could be a
possible cause of infertility. An endometrial biopsy has limited
utility as it only gives information about one cycle.
When and how is the
biopsy carried out
The biopsy is generally scheduled
2-3 days before the expected period. The cervix is examined in the same
way as for a post-coital test and a fine suction curette is gently inserted
into the uterus. It is usually performed as an outpatient procedure and
causes only minimal discomfort.
Name:
Suva
Country: India
could you tell me where in India, endometrial biopsy is done? Do I need a doctor to refer this test.
Name:
Milli
Country: India
i didn't know about endometrial biopsy until i read here. i have been trying to conceive past 8 months but am not able to conceive. i hope this will be the answer to my fertility woes.
Name:
POOJA
Country: India
HI
Name:
sonu
Country: India
tuberculosis
Name:
Mila
Country: canada
alpha plasma
is this a real problem in getting pregnant
