Infertility physical examination

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Physical Examination

• When you should seek treatment for infertility depends on your age. It is recommended that women under 30 should generally try to get pregnant on their own for 1 year before seeking testing.

• Infertility testing involves a complete medical history and physical examination of both partners.

• Blood and imaging tests will be done.

• In women, this may include:

• Blood tests to check hormone levels, including progesterone and follicle stimulating hormone
• Checking body temperature first thing in the morning to check if the ovaries are releasing eggs
• FSH and clomid challenge test
• Hysterosalpingography (HSG)
• Pelvic ultrasound
• Laparoscopy
• Luteinizing hormone urine test (ovulation prediction)
• Thyroid function tests

• Tests in men may include:

• Sperm testing
• Testicular biopsy (rarely done)