Fertility Health Check

AMH is a hormone produced by the follicles in your ovaries. Your AMH level is an indicator of your ovarian reserve (quantity of eggs) because it reflects the size of the pool of remaining follicles. You can read more about AMH test here.

FSH is a hormone produced in your brain. Like its name suggests, it is responsible for stimulating the growth of follicles in your ovaries. Measuring your FSH levels early in your menstrual cycle can indicate ovarian reserve and how hard your ovaries are working to produce follicles.

LH is a hormone produced in your brain. It works in tandem with FSH to regulate your menstrual cycle. It plays a key role in the second half of your menstrual cycle by supporting the maturation of follicles and the implantation of an egg in the uterus. A big surge of LH is what prompts ovulation.

Estrogen (measured as Estradiol) is a hormone produced by your ovaries that controls the development and maintenance of female sex characteristics. E2 is released by your ovaries during the follicular phase of your menstrual cycle (when the follicles on your ovaries are growing). It plays a key role in the thickening of the lining of your uterus (endometrium), the maturation of follicles and ovulation.

TSH is a hormone produced in the brain. Like its name suggests, it is responsible for stimulating your thyroid to produce thyroid hormones. TSH plays a role in the implantation of a fertilized egg and the regulation of ovarian function. Testing your TSH levels prior to pregnancy ensures that any thyroid disorders can be identified and treated earlier rather than later.

T4 is a thyroid hormone that is produced by your thyroid gland. It is the main type of thyroid hormone in your blood. T4 is very important for pregnancy and the development of your growing baby. Measuring our T4 levels alongside your TSH levels gives us a picture of how your thyroid gland is functioning.

Rubella is a viral infection. If contracted during pregnancy, it can lead to numerous complications and life-long health issues for your child. Screening for Rubella immunity before you start trying to conceive ensures you can receive a Rubella vaccine before you become pregnant.

Varicella is a viral infection also known as chickenpox. If contracted during early pregnancy, there is a risk of life-long health issues for your developing child. Screening for Varicella immunity before you start trying to conceive ensures you can receive a Varicella vaccine before you become pregnant.

A Pelvic Ultrasound is an internal scan done by a specialised gynaecological ultrasound centre, like Monash Ultrasound for Women. This scan assesses the shape of your uterus, the structure and mobility of your reproductive organs and may detect abnormalities. A Pelvic Ultrasound allows us to assess your ovarian reserve by counting the number of follicles on your ovaries. This called an Antral Follicle Count. A Pelvic Ultrasound will only be ordered if it is indicated by your clinical circumstances, and this will be an additional cost.