If you’ve had your initial fertility consultation, congratulations on taking the first step! While you wait for your new patient appointment, there’s plenty you can do now to prepare for the journey ahead.
Once you have registered and onboarded with us as a new patient, you can complete fertility bloodwork even before your new patient appointment. Some of these tests take a few weeks to result, so start here! To have us order these tests now, REGISTERED patients who have COMPLETED onboarding can call or text “LABS NOW” to 415.925.9404 (Monday-Friday 8AM-3 PM)
| Test Name | Estimated time needed |
| Expanded carrier screening (ECS) | 2-3 Weeks |
| Preconception panel | 1 week |
If you’ve previously completed these tests, please forward them to us at [email protected]. The preconception panel needs to be completed within the preceding 12 months. A complete list of the preconception panel can be found here.
Learn more about Expanded Carrier Screening
If you are journeying with a male partner, a baseline semen analysis is an absolute prerequisite. Male factor contributes to fertility struggles in 50% of cases. Both in-office and at-home testing is available. To have us schedule an in-office analysis or help you order a semen analysis online through a partner lab, REGISTERED patients who have completed onboarding can call or text “SA NOW” to 415.925.9404 (Monday-Friday 8AM-3 PM).
Taking the important step of starting a prenatal vitamin and ensuring up-to-date preventive health maintenance testing, such as a well woman exam and pap smear screening, can provide essential support for your reproductive health and lay a strong foundation for a successful fertility journey.
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Once you have booked your new patient appointment, you will be given instructions on how to complete all of the onboarding action steps. Below are some of the items needed to help you organize and get started.
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