Tubal Patency Tests
Tubal patency tests are done when the doctors suspect that there are blockages in the fallopian tubes. These tests include procedures like Gas Insufflation, Hysterosalpingography (H.S.G.), Laparoscopy, etc.Read more about these tests.
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Post-Coital Test
The post-coital test refers to the assesment of the ability of sperm to reach the canal of the cervix and survive in the mucus. During ovulation there is a change in the mucus secretion. At the time of ovulation, the ovaries produce more estrogen as a result of which the mucus secreted by the cervix of the uterus becomes very profuse, clear and watery like saliva. The cervical mucus helps in the sperm motility.
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Hormone Assays (Tests)
A woman's fertility depends on many factors. It is essential to measure the levels of the various hormones in the body, which play a part in the control of ovulation. Only after proper assessment ,can the real cause of infertility found.
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Ovulation Predictor Test Kits
Ovulation predictor kits help in predicting the time of ovulation correctly.These kits are available with all major chemists.The test measures the level of Luteinizing Hormone (L.H.) in early morning urine sample .
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Sperm Invasion Test
Sperm as soon as they are released try to swim away from the acidic environment to the favourable environment.If the mucus is normal in quantity and quality and also if the husband's semen analysis is normal,then in post-coital testing there will be motile sperm population in the mucus . Further investigations are needed,if the results of the test comes out to be negative.
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Investigations of Infertility - Introduction
Infertility investigations do not follow a rigid schedule of tests and procedures.The required tests are only performed based on the case history. You will only be asked to undergo those tests and procedures that have a bearing on your particular case.
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Various Male Fertility Disorders
Male infertility could be due to various disorders.A comprehensive analysis will only determine the cause of male infertilty.Here are some male fertility disorders.Read on to know about them.
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Rubella Antibody Screening
German measles or rubella is a mild illness in terms of its symptoms. However, it can be dangerous for a pregnant woman because the Rubella virus can cause severe abnormalities in the unborn baby. This can be eliminated by screening for the virus.
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Endometrial Biopsy
During ovulation, the progesterone secreted from the ovary causes changes in the endometrium of the uterus. 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 if it is possible for implantation to occur.
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