Other Initial Tests: Semen Analysis Carrier Testing for the Spouse Other Tests

Infertility is defined as a couple having unprotected sex for 1 year and not achieving a pregnancy. If you and your spouse have been having sex for 1 year or more and have not achieved a pregnancy, it is time to start seeking some answers. The first place to begin, and the one most commonly covered by insurance is a Semen Analysis.  If the results of the semen analysis reveal sperm in the ejaculate, the sperm will need to be evaluated.  If the results come back and there is NO sperm in the ejaculate, most medical professionals will infer that a man has CBAVD. Some common tests to have next for the man are FSH, LH, TSH, Prolactin and Testosterone.  Most of these tests ARE covered by insurance as well.  If those results come back all within normal ranges, most doctors will explain there is all reason to believe that the man with CF and CBAVD is producing normal sperm and that the results of a surgical or in-office sperm retrieval will yield exceptional results.   To the Right are some links for more information about additional testing.

Carrier Parent CF Parent Noncarrier Parent Carrier Offspring CF Offspring Noncarrier Offspring

25% chance unaffected; no CF, no carrier Status

50% chance carrier

25% chance affected (CF)

50% chance affected (CF)

50% chance carrier

50% chance unaffected; no CF, no carrier Status

50% chance carrier