Infertility Testing

We've finally started the infertility testing phase. DH had a sperm analysis (still waiting for results). I had blood drawn - doctor said to test for blood clotting disorders. Does anyone know exactly what they are testing for? I was also wondering what other tests will be done if these don't show anything. I like to be prepared and know what they are testing for, so I can come up with questions ahead of time. I asked a question earlier about testing progesterone levels. The specialist told my dr to wait until after I'm pregnant, but I'm hearing from some of you that I should ask them to check that now too - since if I have low prog, it may interfere with the implantation process - still can't figure out why they wanted to wait on that one, but I hope to talk them into doing the test soon. I guess I'm just looking for a list of tests they do for infertility and what they are testing for. Thanks!

[tina1111]

Did they take the blood on cd3?

[jaggie]

Some of the things they tested me for were STD's along with my DH, checked his spermies, cystic fibrosis, endometriosis, ovarian cysts, thyroidism, hormone levels, and other genetic diseases, etc.. They also tested my tubes to make sure those were clear by shooting a dye into them.  I had fibroids removed and while under the RE did a laproscopy and checked my other surrounding organs.  Go to this website and read some of the things test you for.... Hpe this helps, maybe someone else can elaborate more.  Good luck and keep us posted!!!

http://www.webmd.com/infertility-and-reproduction/guide/fertility-evaluation

[Tanker Chic]

http://www.piedmontreg.com/infertility_testing.php

Here is a good link for infertiltiy testing and work up.

Good luck.

[jen023]

Thanks so much for all the info! I'm going to check out these websites! They didn't specify that I had to come in on a specific day, so no, it wasn't CD3 - just a day I picked .

Thanks again!