Fertility tests for women

If you have been unable to conceive within a reasonable period of time, seek help from your doctor for evaluation and treatment of this infertility. Fertility tests may include: An ovulation test. An over-the-counter home detector that detects the strong LH surge that occurs before ovulation. A blood test of progesterone — a hormone produced after ovulation — can confirm that you're ovulating. Other hormone levels, such as prolactin, may also be checked. Imaging of the uterus and tubal. During hysterosalpingography, an X-ray dye is injected into the uterus and X-rays are taken to detect abnormalities in the uterine cavity. The test also determines whether fluid is passing outside the uterus and spilling out of the fallopian tubes. If any abnormalities are found, you'll likely need further evaluation. In a small number of women, the test itself can improve fertility, possibly by pumping out fluid and opening the fallopian tubes. Ovarian stock check. This test helps determine the quality and quantity of eggs available for ovulation. Women at risk of depleting eggs — including women older than 35 — may have this series of blood tests and imaging tests. Other hormonal tests. Other hormonal tests check levels of ovulatory hormones as well as the thyroid and pituitary hormones that control reproductive processes. Imaging examinations. A pelvic ultrasound looks for diseases of the uterus and fallopian tubes. Hysterosalpingography is sometimes called a sonogram of the uterus after an intravenous drip of saline. To find out details inside the uterus that cannot be seen with a regular ultrasound