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FSH, LH & Estradiol Hormones
FSH, or follicle stimulating hormone, and estradiol, a form of estrogen, are two hormones routinely measured during fertility testing to assess ovarian reserve, or the potential of the ovaries to…
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Using AMH to Predict Ovarian Reserve
Using AMH to Predict Ovarian Reserve
Anti-mullerian hormone, more commonly known as AMH, is an early and reliable predictor of ovarian reserve. Using AMH to predict ovarian reserve is thought to be more reliable because the…
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Clomid Challenge Test and IVF Treatment
Clomid Challenge Test and IVF Treatment
Ovarian reserve is a term referred by many infertility specialists to describe the size, quality and developmental potential of the eggs remaining in the ovary. As a woman ages ovarian…
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Ovarian Reserve Markers
Ovarian reserve is a term that is used to determine the capacity of the ovary to provide eggs that are capable of fertilization resulting in a successful pregnancy. Several noninvasive…
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Luteal Phase Deficiency | Missing Piece| Unexplained Infertility
Luteal Phase Deficiency
Countless hours, blogs and forums have been dedicated to infertility and the potential source as a luteal phase deficiency.  Luteal phase deficiency (LPD), or a lack of progesterone has been…
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Your IVF Protocol
If you and your physician have decided that you need IVF, you will be given a protocol of your upcoming IVF cycle. A protocol is a schedule or blueprint of…
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