Infertility screening is performed to identify the causes that may interfere with conception and pregnancy. It may include the following steps::

  •  Medical history: The doctor asks questions about previous pregnancies, illnesses, surgeries, medications, as well as about the regularity of the menstrual cycle and sexual activity.
  •  Physical examination: The doctor examines the patient, checks for abnormalities of the external genitalia or other physical problems that may be related to infertility.
  •  Laboratory tests: Blood tests are usually included to assess hormonal status, tests for infections (for example, chlamydia or gonococcus), as well as tests for antibodies to viruses (for example, to the herpes simplex virus).
  •  Fertility studies: Include analysis of a partner's sperm (spermogram) to assess the number, motility, and shape of spermatozoa. A woman can have her ovaries and uterus evaluated using ultrasound (ultrasound).
  •  Reproductive procedures: If necessary, additional examination may be prescribed, such as hysterosalpingography (examination of the fallopian tubes and uterine cavity using X-rays) or laparoscopy (surgery to visualize the pelvic organs).
  •  Specialist consultations: Depending on the results of previous examinations, the patient may be referred for consultation to a reproductive endocrinologist, geneticist, or other specialists to further investigate the causes of infertility.

It is important to remember that infertility screening may vary depending on the individual circumstances of each patient. Only a qualified doctor can determine the necessary tests and procedures for each specific case.