The main parameters that are examined during a semen analysis include the volume, concentration, motility and morphology (shapes) of sperm....
Category: Fertility
What hormone tests do I need as part of an infertility evaluation?
Helping to characterize ovarian reserve through bloodwork is the single most time-sensitive test to pursue when struggling to conceive. Most...
Where is our IVF lab located?
Our IVF Laboratory is located in our main office in Greenbrae, Marin County, California.
How do you approach (fallopian) tubal evaluation?
We are excited to offer a novel ultrasound based method of tubal evaluation called HyFoSy (Hi-Foh-Sigh). This test is performed...
How can I get the above fertility completed?
All of the above mentioned testing is done onsite at our primary office in Greenbrae, CA. Schedule an appointment.
Does fertility testing hurt?
All of the basic fertility testing can be accomplished with simple bloodwork and ultrasound.The blood work involves a routine venipuncture...
What fertility testing do I need?
We like to organize fertility testing into “tiers” with the first tier being the absolute “musts” to investigate if there...
How common is miscarriage?
Many patients are equally surprised to learn how common pregnancy loss (miscarriage) occurs. Think of miscarriage as the flipside of...
What are my chances of getting pregnant at home?
When we think of conception through appropriately timed intercourse, we characterize “chances” based on a monthly rate. We call this...
What causes infertility?
The most common reasons to have trouble conceiving are 1) ovulation problems (failure to release an egg each month) 2)...