Advanced Diagnostic Procedures for Female Fertility
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Hormone Profiling: Anti-Müllerian Hormone (AMH): Indicates ovarian reserve and helps predict the response to IVF treatment.
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Estradiol and Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH): Evaluated on day 3 of the menstrual cycle to assess ovarian reserve and reproductive aging.
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Luteinizing Hormone (LH) and Progesterone Levels: Monitored throughout the cycle to assess ovulation patterns and luteal phase health.
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Genetic Testing: Karyotyping: Checks for chromosomal abnormalities, such as Turner syndrome, which can impact fertility. Genetic Screening for Recurrent Pregnancy Loss: Assesses for genetic factors in cases of repeated miscarriages.
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Transvaginal Ultrasound with Antral Follicle Count (AFC): An ultrasound performed to count developing follicles, providing insight into ovarian reserve.
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Hysterosalpingography (HSG): X-ray test with dye to evaluate the shape of the uterus and check for blockages in the fallopian tubes.
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Sonohysterography (SHG): Saline infusion ultrasound to visualize the uterus for polyps, fibroids, or structural abnormalities.
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Laparoscopy: A minimally invasive surgical procedure that allows for direct visualization of the reproductive organs to check for endometriosis, adhesions, or other structural issues.
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Hysteroscopy: A procedure using a small camera to examine the inside of the uterus, often used to diagnose and treat uterine polyps, fibroids, or adhesions.
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Ovarian Reserve Testing: Clomiphene Citrate Challenge Test (CCCT): Assesses ovarian reserve by measuring FSH levels before and after clomiphene administration. Exogenous FSH Ovarian Reserve Test (EFORT): Tests the ovaries' response to injected FSH, used to assess ovarian reserve and predict IVF success.
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Endometrial Biopsy: Evaluates the endometrium (uterine lining) for luteal phase defects or chronic inflammation that may affect embryo implantation.
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Reproductive Immunology Tests: Checks for autoimmune conditions or antibodies that might interfere with fertility, implantation, or pregnancy maintenance.
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Thrombophilia Panel: In cases of recurrent pregnancy loss, assesses for clotting disorders that can impact pregnancy.
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Advanced Imaging Tests: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) [Outsourced]: Provides detailed imaging of the reproductive organs, often used for complex cases of endometriosis or fibroid mapping. 3D Ultrasound[Outsourced]: Offers a detailed view of uterine abnormalities, including fibroids or congenital anomalies, and is particularly useful in surgical planning.
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Most of the tests are done within the Easymom facility. Some tests may be outsourced based on the availability.