Fertility screening

We review key factors that may impact your fertility, such as previous pregnancies, contraception use, sexually transmitted infections, and other gynecological conditions.

Additionally, we discuss lifestyle factors, including smoking, family history of fertility issues, and the results of any semen analysis. Our fertility specialist will provide you with a comprehensive evaluation and an overview of your fertility status.

You will also receive practical advice on steps you can take to optimise your fertility.

The scan is performed to count the follicles in your ovaries, which helps estimate your egg reserve. At the same time, we assess the structures of your reproductive organs and check for potential abnormalities, such as ovarian cysts, signs of endometriosis, or benign fibroids/polyps in the uterus.

The ultrasound is conducted vaginally, allowing for a clear view of your ovaries and uterus.

AMH (Anti-Müllerian Hormone) is produced by the small follicles in the ovaries and, like the ultrasound scan, provides an indication of a woman’s egg reserve.

AMH levels are measured through a blood test. During your consultation, we will discuss how you would like to receive the results of this test.

To conceive naturally (or through insemination), at least one fallopian tube must be open to allow the egg to travel to the uterus and implant.

An HSU (Hystero Salpingo Ultrasonography) is a tubal patency test used to examine the fallopian tubes. During the same procedure, a saline ultrasound is performed to assess the uterine cavity for any abnormalities. This helps identify blockages or issues that may contribute to infertility.

The procedure involves gently injecting a contrast agent into the uterus via a thin catheter inserted through the vagina and cervix. Initially, a small amount of saline is introduced, and the uterine cavity is scanned using ultrasound. The contrast agent is then carefully injected, and its movement through the fallopian tubes is observed.

The goal is to determine whether the contrast agent flows freely through the tubes and into the abdominal cavity. If blockages are present, the contrast will not pass, indicating a potential cause of fertility issues.

A semen analysis evaluates the man’s sperm sample by assessing volume, sperm concentration, motility (movement), and morphology (shape). This provides an indication of sperm quality, categorised as good, mildly/moderately reduced, or severely reduced (very few or no sperm cells present in the sample).

The sperm sample can be provided in the clinic’s designated collection room or, if you live nearby, collected at home and transported to the clinic immediately after.