Infertility blood tests test for what?

Written by Kang Jian Hua

Reproductive Center

Updated on September 30, 2024

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Patients with infertility undergo numerous blood tests. Firstly, these tests can determine the blood types and general blood profiles of both partners. Secondly, the tests examine the sex hormones of both individuals to check for any endocrine abnormalities. Thirdly, they can detect infectious diseases, such as hepatitis B, syphilis, HIV, cytomegalovirus, toxoplasmosis, and herpes zoster. Lastly, the tests can assess the chromosomes of both partners to identify any genetic issues.

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Written by Qiu Xin Hui

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What to eat to regulate the body for cold-induced infertility?

Cold body infertility, in traditional Chinese medicine, is mainly caused by the deficiency of spleen and kidney yang. Clinically, this will manifest as a pattern of deficiency and coldness. At this time, one should first make adjustments through diet. The diet should include more warm foods and less raw, cold, especially frozen foods, and more animal-based foods, which are beneficial for the body, such as beef, lamb, dog meat, fish, shrimp, leeks, pepper, and Sichuan pepper, etc. At the same time, one should also engage in more physical exercise to get the body moving and slightly sweating, which can improve the cold constitution and increase the chance of conception.

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Written by Kang Jian Hua

Reproductive Center

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Treatment methods for infertility

The main treatment methods for infertility include medication, surgical treatment, and assisted reproductive technologies. Medication can target endocrine abnormalities and reproductive tract infections in both males and females. Surgical treatment can be aimed at conditions such as varicocele in males and uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts in females. Assisted reproductive technologies primarily address severe oligospermia in males and tubal blockages in females, among other common diseases. It is recommended to visit the reproductive medicine department of a local public hospital to clarify the cause of infertility and receive targeted treatment. (Specific medications should be taken under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Written by Kang Jian Hua

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Infertility means.

The concept of infertility in medicine is defined as follows: both male and female partners have normal sexual relations without using any contraceptives, and if the female cannot become pregnant after a year, this condition is diagnosed as infertility. Previously, the time frame for diagnosing infertility was set at two years. However, due to the implementation of the two-child policy, the average age of both men and women tends to be higher, so it is generally limited to one year. If there is no pregnancy within this period, it is urgent to go to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment in order to identify the cause early and treat it accordingly, to avoid delaying the condition.

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Written by Zou Fu Hua

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How is infertility treated?

For the treatment of infertility, it is necessary to address the specific causes of infertility. For instance, infertility caused by partial fallopian tube blockage can be treated conservatively, such as using traditional Chinese medicine enemas and external applications. In cases of severe fallopian tube blockage or blockage at the isthmic part, surgery or in vitro fertilization may be required. Additionally, some women may suffer from undeveloped follicles or anovulation, which necessitates the use of Chinese or Western medicine to stimulate follicle development and ovulation. Good follicle development and ovulation are essential for conception. Furthermore, infertility can also be due to male factors, such as sperm issues, which would require the male partner to undergo treatment at a urology clinic to improve sperm quality before conception can occur.

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Written by Zhang Chun Yun

Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Can infertility caused by endometriosis be cured?

When endometrial glandular and stromal tissues are found outside the uterine cavity, it is called endometriosis. The main clinical symptoms of endometriosis include lower abdominal pain, painful menstruation, and varying degrees of discomfort during sexual intercourse. Some women may also experience abnormal menstruation, such as prolonged menstrual periods, increased menstrual flow, and spotting before menstruation. For women of childbearing age, infertility is the greatest obstacle. Endometriosis should be treated under medical advice, with standardized and correct treatments, which can include surgery or medication. However, medication does not significantly help in improving pregnancy rates for infertile women, while surgical treatment can increase the pregnancy rate post-operation. The effectiveness of the treatment depends on the extent of the disease. For those hoping to conceive, postoperative medication is not advisable; instead, treatments that stimulate ovulation should be pursued to increase the chances of pregnancy as soon as possible. If pregnancy is not achieved within two years after surgery, the chances of conceiving are slim. For those who still cannot conceive after preserving fertility through surgery, assisted reproductive technologies like in vitro fertilization and embryo transfer may be considered. It is important to follow your doctor's advice, and if you have further questions, it is recommended to consult a doctor at a hospital for more detailed advice.