Pre-IUI testing in the UK
Prior to undergoing an IUI procedure with us, you must prepare by completing required blood tests.
For tests unavailable through your GP, consider using our trusted partner laboratories in the UK.
These are the mandatory blood tests you must have taken before starting treatment:
Most clients only need mandatory blood tests, but additional tests may be relevant in some cases.
We’ll discuss any additional testing during the initial consultation or your treatment.
Below is a list of blood tests with descriptions.
Description: The Danish Health Authority requires that all patients get tested for these infectious diseases before starting fertility treatment.
Which tests: Ferritin, Vitamin D3 (25-hydroxy-vitamin D), Vitamin B12 (cobalamin), TSH (thyrotropin)
Description: Some women may lack vitamins or have hormone levels outside the reference range. If the levels of these are very low (or high) it can affect the chances of achieving pregnancy.
Some women may need vitamin supplements or other treatment in order for the levels to normalize.
It is not advisable to eat supplements without having the level tested first, as too high a vitamin or hormone level can also have a negative impact on the chance of pregnancy.
Which test: AMH (anti-Müllerian hormone)
Description: AMH is a hormone produced in the ovaries in the small (early) follicles. AMH is a marker for the amount of eggs in a woman’s egg reserve, i.e. how many eggs are left.
AMH does not say anything about the quality of the eggs. You may have a few eggs left, but of good quality, and vice versa.
AMH cannot be used as a marker for the overall chance of getting pregnant.
Which test: Progesterone
Description: Progesterone is a hormone that affects the endometrium during and after ovulation. Most women without fertility problems have a normal progesterone level.
If the progesterone level is too low, it can affect whether a fertilized egg implants.
Progesterone can be tested in a blood test at certain times of the menstrual cycle. If the level is too low, you can get a supplement of the hormone after the insemination.
You can book the blood tests on Sirkka Health’s website under International Treatments:
If problems accur during booking process, please contact Sirkka here. You can also use the same contact form if you would like to book a home visit test.
You can also send an e-mail to: customers@sirkkaltd.com
The map shows the areas in the UK covered by Sirkka Health.
TDL – The Doctors Laboratory, a leading UK private pathology lab, offers comprehensive clinical tests with flexible options and fast results.
Tests can be done at TDL’s central London location or via at-home services from a visiting nurse across most UK regions.
The optional test samples can be taken either by a nurse (in the clinic or in your home) or as self-collect tests (finger prick blood test) – you choose.
The prices listed below do not include the nurse sample taking service or the self-collect fee:
The additional fees for sample collection/return postal service are as follows:
The payment for the tests must be made directly to TDL. Once your blood sample is received and analysed by TDL, they will send the test results to you and to Diers Fertility Clinic.
Our UK partners can also facilitate contact with clinics that can perform ultrasound scans:
Please contact us for more information and to get the the required ultrasound request letter.