Infertility Diagnosis & Evaluation in Pune
A structured medical assessment designed to identify the root causes of infertility before planning personalized fertility treatment.
What is Infertility?
Infertility is medically defined as the inability to conceive after 12 months of regular, unprotected intercourse. For women above 35 years of age, evaluation is recommended after 6 months. Early diagnosis allows timely intervention and improves treatment outcomes.
Common Causes of Infertility
Female Factors:
- Ovulation disorders and hormonal imbalance
- Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
- Tubal blockage
- Endometriosis
- Diminished ovarian reserve
Male Factors:
- Low sperm count
- Poor sperm motility
- Abnormal sperm morphology
- High DNA fragmentation
Severe male factor infertility may require advanced procedures such as ICSI or specialized sperm selection techniques like IMSI.
Female Infertility Testing
Female evaluation includes hormonal testing (AMH, FSH, LH), ultrasound-based antral follicle count (AFC), ovulation tracking, and uterine assessment. These tests help determine ovarian reserve and implantation readiness before proceeding to treatments like Blastocyst Transfer.
Male Infertility Testing
Male evaluation begins with semen analysis assessing count, motility, and morphology. In selected cases, advanced laboratory techniques are recommended before planning assisted reproductive treatment.
Step-by-Step Infertility Workup
- Comprehensive medical history review
- Hormonal and laboratory evaluation
- Ultrasound and imaging studies
- Semen analysis and male assessment
- Diagnosis interpretation and treatment planning
Treatment decisions, including whether to proceed with IVF or other assisted reproductive procedures, are based on this structured evaluation.
Clinical Supervision & Laboratory Standards
All diagnostic procedures are conducted under the supervision of experienced fertility specialists including Dr. Nikhil Gosavi. Evidence-based protocols and laboratory precision ensure accurate reproductive assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tests confirm infertility?
Hormonal testing, ultrasound, and semen analysis are the primary investigations used to diagnose infertility.
Can infertility be diagnosed with ultrasound?
Ultrasound helps evaluate ovarian reserve and uterine health but is combined with laboratory tests for complete diagnosis.
How long does infertility testing take?
Evaluation may take a few weeks depending on cycle timing and required investigations.
Is infertility always permanent?
Many infertility causes are treatable with appropriate medical or assisted reproductive techniques.
Are tests required before IVF?
Yes. A proper infertility diagnosis ensures that IVF treatment is appropriately planned.
