Remember your eggs are as old as you are, NOT as young as you feel.
At Queensland Fertility Group your first appointment is with your doctor and we encourage couples to attend together. Both partners should be evaluated simultaneously as infertility can be due to male or female factors or both. Limiting the evaluation to one member of a couple can delay or prevent doctors understanding why a couple isn’t conceiving. For some couples, infertility investigations will begin immediately and many of these will be bulk billed. Almost all tests will be undertaken inhouse, for patient convenience and a fast turn around of results.
Your QFG specialist will look at 5 key areas:
Ovulation
Ovulation disorders are one of the most common causes of female infertility. An initial hormone profile can identify problems with ovulation and assist in the diagnosis of PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), thyroid and pituitary function.
Semen Quality
With male infertility contributing to 50% of the cases that we see, semen testing is a priority at QFG. All male partners undertake a semen test to determine quantity and quality of sperm. We also offer a unique test, Sperm Chromatin Structure Assay (SCSA) to identify damaged DNA within the sperm, which may be affecting a couple’s fertility.
Maternal Age
Advanced maternal age is a major cause of infertility in women. As a female ages the quality of her eggs decreases and ovulation becomes less frequent, limiting her ability to conceive. The age of the female will help determine the intensity of the treatment required.
Pelvic Environment
Scans and laparoscopic surgery may be used to assess pelvic normality, endometrial development, tubal blockages and other gynaecological conditions which may be resulting in infertility.
Chromosomes
Some couples experiencing infertility have a chromosomal abnormality affecting their success. QFG is the only IVF clinic in the state with an onsite genetics laboratory. Our laboratory provides chromosome studies for all new patients and these are bulk billed to Medicare. The results can explain precise causes of infertility, and often determine appropriate treatments.
