15 Sep Types of infertility tests: how do they work?

If you have ever considered how fertility levels are detected or studied in women and men with infertility tests, today we will resolve those doubts. The truth is that there are multiple ways to carry out a test that determines the factors that are negatively impacting your fertility. Usually, they are practiced when a couple can not become pregnant in a certain period of time. However, they are mostly tests that can be done without experiencing symptoms or fertility problems.

Infertility tests in women

In the first place, and only in the case of women, some analytical and image tests are performed to detect anomalies. Among other fertility tests for women are:

• Transvaginal ultrasound: pursues the purpose of studying the shape of the uterus and ovaries, as well as their response to hormonal stimuli.
• Hormone study: Through a blood test the hormonal levels of FSH, LH, estradiol, among others are studied.
• Hysteroscopy: Endoscopy performed through the uterus to study the uterus and the cervix.
• Hysterosalpingography: Consists of an x-ray that is performed after the end of the menstrual cycle and prior to ovulation. In this way, it can be evaluated if the fallopian tubes present some type of obstruction.
• Karyotype: This is a chromosomal study analysis by a blood test that detects those abnormalities that may affect fertility.
• Endometrial biopsy: This is done to determine the state of health of the endometrium and to rule out abnormalities in it.

Infertility tests in men

Among other fertility tests for men there are:

• Semen analysis: this test allows to analyze different parameters of the semen sample like appearance, color, pH but also sperm concentration, mobility and shape.
• Hormone testing: Testosterone and other male hormones are studied through blood tests
• Scrotal ultrasound: This test can help your doctor see if there is a varicocele or other problems in the testicles and supporting structures.
• Testicular biopsy: This test involves removing samples from the testicle with a needle and helps to diagnose blockage or another problem with sperm transport.
• Karyotype: This is a chromosomal study analysis by a blood test that detects those abnormalities that may affect fertility ..

These tests for men and women are not always mandatory and your fertility specialists will assess your case and recommend you the most suitable tests in your situation.

Fertility tests performed in a genetic laboratory for men and women

Infertility may also have a genetic origin. There are certain tests performed in a genetic laboratory to diagnose them. Among other tests, the following can be done:

Genetic Female infertility

• Karyotyping in blood for infertility, recurrent miscarriages, seminal abnormal parameters, endocrine problems.
• FMR1 gene test (Fragile X syndrome) for Premature Ovarian Failure.
• Thrombophilia genetic testing for recurrent miscarriages and infertility.

Genetic Male infertility

• Karyotyping in blood for infertility, recurrent miscarriages, seminal abnormal parameters, endocrine problems.
• Sperm Aneuploidy analysis by FISH (chromosomes 13, 18, 21, X and Y) and Sperm DNA fragmentation by SCD test in case of altered seminal parameters.
• And chromosome microdeletion for non-obstructive azoospermia or severe oligozoospermia.
• Cystic Fibrosis mutations for Bilateral Congenital Absence of the vas Deferens.

Consult your case with one of our professionals to obtain more information about our genetic tests.