For most women, the ability to conceive is important to them. If finds yourself unable to conceive within a year of trying, you might be infertile. Female infertility screening can check for any underlying medical conditions preventing a woman from successfully conceiving.
Female infertility can be due to a number of factors such as;
Female infertility in Singapore accounts for 39% of the cause due to not properly observing its signs and symptoms.
As fertility heavily relies on a woman’s ovaries releasing eggs, your reproductive tract has to allow an egg to pass through the fallopian tubes in order to join with the sperm for fertilisation to happen. This fertilised egg must then travel to the uterus and implant itself into the lining. If you are unable to conceive, there might be impairment in this fertilisation process.
Female infertility screening can identify several issues related to your reproductive tract such as:
Problems or a history of irregular menstrual cyles or ovulation.
Damage or issues with the uterus (womb) or fallopian tubes.
Issues within the pelvis such as endometriosis and fibroids; both of which can reduce fertility.
A low ovarian reserve where a woman’s egg count is lower than normal or depending on age.
This screening is done in several ways:
Through these test(s), a doctor will be able to identify the main cause of infertility. If results return normal, then a male infertility screening may be recommended to check for the quality of your partner’s sperm.
A lot of stress can be placed on a woman when trying to conceive. The earlier female infertility screening is done, the sooner we can investigate why she cannot conceive and carry out treatment, if necessary.
At Artisan Health, our female infertility screening is:
Carried out by an experienced doctor.
Performed in a safe and comfortable environment.
Trustworthy – our tests are reliable, valid and provide you insights into your fertility.
Helpful – if you are found to have female infertility, we can provide you with the correct resources to move forward.
Depending on which test the doctor decides to carry out, the specific results may vary. But generally, the results of female infertility screening will be able to provide answers as to why you are having difficulties conceiving.
Results can show if your hormone levels are normal based on your age, the number of eggs you have, if ovulation happens when it should or if there are any blockages in the fallopian tubes.
