{"id":5055,"date":"2024-11-02T19:38:35","date_gmt":"2024-11-02T19:38:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthmedicinet.com\/review\/?p=5055"},"modified":"2024-11-02T19:38:35","modified_gmt":"2024-11-02T19:38:35","slug":"hmn-what-your-fertility-test-results-mean-in-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthmedicinet.com\/review\/hmn-what-your-fertility-test-results-mean-in-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"HMN: What your fertility test results mean in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n<br \/>Do you know:  What your fertility test results mean in 2025<\/p>\n<p>\n                                    Knowing the numbers for a fertility panel can help you and your provider optimize your chances of conceiving&#13;\n                                <\/p>\n<div id=\"main-content\">\n<div id=\"post-intro\">\n<div id=\"takeaways\">\n<h2>Key takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Infertility affects approximately 9% of men and 11% of women of reproductive age, with up to 15% of couples struggling to conceive.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Fertility panels, including hormone levels, ovarian reserve assessment, sperm count and motility, and egg cell health evaluation, are key in determining the cause of infertility and guiding treatment options.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Fertility testing varies for men and women, involving physical exams, medical history, and specific tests like semen analysis for men and ovulation and ovarian function tests for women, with at-home test kits available as a preliminary step.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Abnormal fertility lab results do not preclude the possibility of pregnancy; lifestyle modifications and treatments such as IUI, IVF, and GIFT can optimize the chances of conceiving.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"table-of-contents\">\n<div class=\"anchorLinks\">\n<div class=\"mobile-only\">\n<div class=\"dropdownLists\">\n<div class=\"dropdownBtn\"><span class=\"listsIcon\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/singlecare\/images\/union.svg\" width=\"14\" height=\"20\"\/><\/span><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<label><\/label><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"downArrow\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/singlecare\/images\/dropDownArrow.svg\" width=\"24\" height=\"24\"\/><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re struggling to conceive, you\u2019re not alone. Infertility, or the inability to get pregnant after at least one year of unprotected sex, affects approximately 9% of men and 11% of women of reproductive age. As a result, up to 15% of couples are estimated to struggle with infertility, according to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nichd.nih.gov\/health\/topics\/infertility\/conditioninfo\/common#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Institute of Child Health and Human Development<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Women who have menstrual periods approximately every 28 days with prodromal symptoms of bloating, fatigue, breast tenderness are most likely ovulatory.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the causes of infertility are varied, your healthcare provider can help determine the root cause of the problem. Fertility labs are used to measure hormone levels, assess ovarian reserve, view number and motility of sperm, and evaluate the health of egg cells. Here\u2019s a look at some of the most common hormone tests for infertility and what your results may mean.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b> <\/b><b>Infertility statistics<\/b><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"when-should-you-start-fertility-testing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When should you start fertility testing?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your healthcare provider may begin a fertility evaluation if you\u2019ve been trying to conceive for at least one year without success. But if you\u2019re older than 35, your healthcare provider may recommend a fertility evaluation after only six months of unprotected sex, says Shvetha Murthy Zarek, MD, a fertility specialist at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/omafertility.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oma Fertility<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in St. Louis, Missouri. Having intercourse every other day is the optimal frequency to help sperm count stay high and increase the chance the sperm and egg will meet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"types-of-fertility-testing\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Types of fertility testing<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your healthcare provider will start by getting a complete medical history from both you and your partner, followed by a physical exam and tests.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fertility test results can help determine if you have a hormone imbalance, poor ovarian reserve, low sperm count or disordered sperm motility, or another underlying cause of infertility.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"male-fertility-tests\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Male fertility tests<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For men, fertility testing starts with a medical history and physical exam to identify any inherited conditions, chronic conditions, surgeries, or injuries that could affect fertility. This can be paired with any combination of the following <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/male-infertility\/diagnosis-treatment\/drc-20374780\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">male fertility tests<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Semen analysis (considered the cornerstone of male partner workup)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scrotal ultrasound<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transrectal ultrasound<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormone testing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-ejaculation urinalysis<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Genetic tests<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testicular biopsy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Specialized sperm function tests<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The semen sample should be collected after two to seven days without ejaculation and submitted to the lab within one hour of collection.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"fertility-tests-for-women\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fertility tests for women<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fertility testing for women also begins with a thorough medical history and physical exam. This can be paired with the following <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/getting-pregnant\/fertility-test-for-women\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tests<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ovulation testing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ovarian function tests (Day 3 FSH, Day 3 estradiol, ultrasound, and inhibin B)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luteal phase testing (progesterone levels, more hormone testing, and possibly an endometrial biopsy)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional hormone testing<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id=\"at-home-fertility-test-kits\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At-home fertility test kits<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At-home fertility test kits can provide quick answers for couples who don\u2019t want to wait for an appointment with a specialist. For women, typically the test kits involve collecting a small blood sample, and sending it to a lab that will test for a variety of hormones. For men, the test kits involve collecting a sperm sample for a lab. They can range from under $100 to $150, and usually you receive results within 10 days or less. These can be a good first step before meeting with a qualified healthcare provider. Be aware that infertility workups are often complex and that test kits may cause patients more confusion than provide answers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 id=\"what-blood-tests-are-done-to-check-fertility\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What blood tests are done to check fertility?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acog.org\/clinical\/clinical-guidance\/committee-opinion\/articles\/2019\/06\/infertility-workup-for-the-womens-health-specialist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">infertility workup<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, also known as a fertility panel, is a series of tests that helps determine the cause of infertility. The fertility workup typically includes a blood test to measure hormone levels and an ultrasound to assess ovarian reserve.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cFertility lab testing can be used to assess the health of egg and sperm cells\u2014the foundation of a future baby,\u201d explains Jaclyn Smeaton, ND, a naturopathic doctor, fertility specialist and founder of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hellofertility.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hello Fertility<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u201cTesting can also make sure hormones are in proper balance, that nutrition is optimized to support pregnancy, to rule out infections and other health issues that can negatively impact a future pregnancy, and more.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some of the most common blood tests used to check fertility.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"follicle-stimulating-hormone-fsh\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cFSH is a hormone made by the brain that communicates with the ovaries and tells them to mature an egg,\u201d explains Dr. Smeaton. \u201cIn general, we want FSH to be at the low end of normal. Below 10 mIU\/mL is considered good, and below 6 mIU\/mL is optimal.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/lab-tests\/follicle-stimulating-hormone-fsh-levels-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FSH levels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fall outside of this range, it can be an indicator that the ovaries are not as responsive as they should be\u2014which can happen for various reasons including aging or certain medical conditions, such as premature ovarian insufficiency (POI). When FSH is above the upper number in the normal range, this may be a sign of early menopause.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since FSH levels fluctuate throughout the menstrual cycle and typically peak just before ovulation, they should be tested on day three of the menstrual cycle where day one is the first day of full menstrual flow.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"estradiol-e2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estradiol (E2)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cEstradiol is a critical hormone that is made by cells in the ovary as an egg matures,\u201d Dr. Smeaton says. \u201cThere\u2019s a surge right before ovulation that tells the brain that the egg is ready to be released from the ovary. The estrogen also helps thicken the lining of the uterus, called the endometrium.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She adds that although the normal range of estradiol varies from 12.5 to 166 pg\/mL, the optimal range is between 30 to 50 pg\/mL. When levels are too low, it could be a sign that there isn\u2019t enough estrogen to mature the egg or prepare the uterus for implantation. If levels are too high, it could mean the ovaries are less responsive than they should be.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similar to FSH, estradiol should also be tested on day three of the menstrual cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"luteinizing-hormone-lh\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luteinizing hormone (LH)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/lab-tests\/luteinizing-hormone-lh-levels-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luteinizing hormone (LH)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> aids in proper functioning of the reproductive system by stimulating processes such as ovulation. LH is produced by the pituitary gland and works closely with FSH.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your LH value can help identify when you\u2019ll ovulate, as LH levels increase shortly before ovulation. It can also help your healthcare provider diagnose the cause of infertility issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High LH levels may indicate conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or Turner syndrome. Low LH levels might be an indicator that your pituitary gland isn\u2019t functioning properly or that you are severely underweight. Maintaining a healthy BMI between 20 and 30 is best for fertility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LH levels fluctuate throughout the month. For fertility, LH should be tested on day three of the menstrual cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"anti-mullerian-hormone-amh\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anti-M\u00fcllerian Hormone (AMH)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The results from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/lab-tests\/anti-mullerian-hormone-test\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anti-M\u00fcllerian Hormone (AMH) tests<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be paired with estradiol and FSH results to tell you more about the ovarian reserve, or the capacity of the ovary to produce eggs that are capable of being fertilized.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AMH levels will naturally decline as you get older, so the ideal level changes, based on age. The normal range for AMH is 1 to 4 ng\/mL, but optimal levels vary within this range, depending on age, says Dr. Smeaton. AMH is undetectable at menopause.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if your levels are outside of the normal range, she advises not to worry too much, because AMH may not indicate fertility as accurately as other fertility tests, such as FSH and estradiol tests. AMH levels are fairly consistent, so they can be tested at any time during a woman\u2019s cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"inhibin-b\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhibin B<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aacc.org\/cln\/articles\/2012\/november\/fertility-testing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhibin B<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a hormone that has an inverse relationship with FSH. In other words, as FSH levels go up, inhibin B levels go down\u2014and vice versa. Therefore, if inhibin B levels are too high, it can decrease FSH levels and negatively affect your ability to conceive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhibin B levels can also give your healthcare provider more information about your ovarian reserve\u2014although these levels are not considered reliable in assessing ovarian reserve on their own.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the normal inhibin B level is less than 139 pg\/mL, the ideal range is 15 to 24 ng\/mL, according to Dr. Smeaton. This is to be tested on day three of the menstrual cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"serum-progesterone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serum progesterone<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/ency\/article\/003714.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progesterone<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a hormone produced by the ovaries during ovulation. It helps thicken and prepare the lining of the uterus for implantation of the fertilized egg.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serum progesterone tests are commonly used to help identify whether ovulation has occurred. Dr. Smeaton explains that normal range is reported as 1.8 to 24 ng\/mL. However, she shares that women with progesterone levels 15 ng\/mL or higher tend to have better outcomes when it comes to fertility than women with lower progesterone levels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike other common fertility blood tests, progesterone is tested on cycle day 21 in an average 28-day menstrual cycle, or seven days after ovulation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"prolactin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prolactin<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/lab-tests\/prolactin-levels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prolactin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a hormone responsible for lactation and milk production. However, it can also interfere with fertility and is often the reason why menstrual cycles stop while breastfeeding.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Normal prolactin levels are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucsfhealth.org\/medical-tests\/prolactin-blood-test\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">below 25 ng\/mL<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. High prolactin levels can inhibit the release of FSH, which is important for the development of healthy eggs. As a result, high levels of prolactin can cause poor egg quality and decreased fertility.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cA persistently elevated prolactin level can cause irregular menstrual cycles, as well as irregular ovulation and infertility,\u201d Dr. Zarek explains. \u201cBut, normalizing prolactin levels can actually restore fertility.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prolactin can be tested at any point throughout the menstrual cycle. However, it\u2019s generally highest three to four hours after waking, so this is generally considered the best time to test your levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 id=\"testosterone\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testosterone<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If a man\u2019s testosterone levels fall below 300 ng\/dl, it could have an impact on fertility or sexual health. This male hormone is measured by a simple blood test. It should be taken first thing in the morning between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. when levels are typically the highest. Additional testing may include a prolactin test. Semen analysis is the first test that should be done to work up a couple\u2019s fertility issue.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"what-are-normal-results-for-fertility-blood-tests\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What are normal results for fertility blood tests?\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Smeaton shares normal and some optimal ranges for fertility blood tests here. However, your healthcare provider will help determine the specific target ranges for your situation, based on your age, medical history, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<table class=\" singlecare-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>\n<h3 id=\"normal-ranges-for-fertility-blood-tests\">Normal ranges for fertility blood tests<\/h3>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.5\u201312.5 mIU\/L<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3.5\u20136 mIU\/L<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cycle day 3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luteinizing hormone (LH)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5\u201320 mIU\/mL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cycle day 3\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Estradiol (E2)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12.5\u2013166 pg\/mL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30\u201350 pg\/mL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cycle day 3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anti-M\u00fcllerian Hormone (AMH)<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.0\u20134.0 ng\/mL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under 30 years: &gt;4 ng\/mL<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">30\u201334 years: &gt;2.42 ng\/mL<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35\u201337 years: &gt;2.03 ng\/mL<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">38\u201340 years: &gt;1.50 ng\/mL<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">41+ years: &gt;1.0 ng\/mL<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cycle day 3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inhibin B<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&lt;139 pg\/mL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">45\u2013139 pg\/mL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cycle day 3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serum Progesterone<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.8\u201324 ng\/mL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15\u201324 ng\/mL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 days after ovulation<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prolactin<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&lt;25 ng\/mL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anytime, 3\u20134 hours after waking in morning<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testosterone<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">300 to 1,000 ng\/dL<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anytime, in the morning between 7 and 10<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 id=\"what-if-my-fertility-lab-results-are-abnormal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What if my fertility lab results are abnormal?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve received the results of your fertility tests, your healthcare provider will help you understand what your results mean and then work with you to determine what your most successful path to pregnancy might look like, explains Dr. Smeaton.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimize lifestyle changes: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">quit smoking<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lose weight<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to maintain a healthy BMI, and manage stress. Have sex every other day. Other options may include fertility treatments, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intrauterine insemination (IUI), a procedure in which sperm is ejaculated, washed, put in a syringe, and injected into the uterus<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In-vitro fertilization (IVF)<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a procedure in which eggs are fertilized with sperm outside of the body and gently placed inside the uterus.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gamete intrafallopian transfer (GIFT), a procedure where the eggs and sperm are transferred into the woman\u2019s fallopian tubes<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b> <\/b><b>47% who received fertility treatment successfully conceived, according to new survey<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although abnormal lab tests results can be concerning, Dr. Smeaton explains that it doesn\u2019t necessarily mean you can\u2019t get pregnant. In fact, many couples who receive abnormal test results go on to have healthy pregnancies, she adds. 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