Fertility testing
Fertility testing
Fertility testing is a series of tests used to determine whether a person is fertile or not. The tests are often used by couples trying to conceive who have not been successful after several months.
Pronunciation
Fertility testing: /fərˈtilədē ˈtestiNG/
Etymology
The term "fertility" comes from the Latin word "fertilis", which means fruitful or productive. The term "testing" comes from the Old French "test", which means a small vessel used in assaying precious metals.
Types of Fertility Testing
- Semen analysis: This is the most common test for men. It measures the health and viability of sperm.
- Ovulation testing: This test is for women. It involves taking a sample of blood to measure hormone levels and using a home ovulation test kit.
- Hysterosalpingography (HSG): This is a type of X-ray of the fallopian tubes and uterus. It can help identify issues such as blockages or abnormalities.
- Laparoscopy: This is a surgical procedure where a small incision is made and a camera is inserted to look at the ovaries, fallopian tubes, and uterus.
- Hormone testing: This involves blood tests to check levels of various hormones that regulate reproductive processes.
Related Terms
- Infertility: The inability to conceive after a year of regular intercourse without contraception.
- Reproductive endocrinology: The branch of medicine that studies hormones and their effect on fertility.
- Assisted reproductive technology (ART): All treatments that involve handling eggs and sperm to help a woman become pregnant.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fertility testing
- Wikipedia's article - Fertility testing
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