Fertility is a topic couples rarely discuss openly until they are actively trying to conceive. Testing fertility health before you reach that stage changes the experience entirely.
What Does Fertility Health Mean for a Couple?
Fertility health refers to the physiological ability of both partners to contribute to conception and carry a healthy pregnancy. It involves hormonal balance, reproductive organ function, genetic health, and overall physical wellbeing.
Importantly, fertility is not just a women’s health issue. Male factor infertility contributes to approximately 40 to 50 percent of all infertility cases. Addressing fertility health as a couple leads to faster answers and better outcomes.
Key Fertility Markers for Women
Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) stimulates the ovaries to produce eggs. Elevated FSH can indicate diminished ovarian reserve.
Luteinising Hormone (LH) triggers ovulation. An imbalance in LH is often associated with PCOD.
Prolactin, when elevated outside of pregnancy or breastfeeding, can suppress ovulation and affect fertility.
Thyroid function also plays a significant role. Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are known to disrupt the menstrual cycle and affect fertility.
Key Fertility Markers for Men
Testosterone is the primary male reproductive hormone. Low testosterone is associated with reduced sperm production and reduced fertility.
Why Test Now Rather Than Later?
Testing fertility health before you are actively trying to conceive gives you time. Time to address any issues. Time to make informed decisions. Time to remove uncertainty and replace it with clarity.
