Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine | Fady I. Sharara MD, FAOG | Galal Abdo PhD, HCLD
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IVF In Vitro Fertilization

Testing Outline

  • The first consultation is devoted to a detailed History including review of any old records/ultrasounds/Treatment cycles/etc. It is highly recommended that the male partner be present at the initial consultation.
  • Semen analysis for the male partner. For more on the sperm parameters and their effects on fertility, please read this ASRM fact sheet: /media/assets/Sperm morphology.pdf 
  • Physical examination and Cervical cultures
  • Cycle day 3 blood tests (FSH, LH, Estradiol, TSH, Prolactin) and ultrasound. Clomid Challenge test (CCCT) is performed in women > 36, or in younger women if the ovaries are noted to be small on ultrasound. Women with prior poor response to injectable medications will also be candidates for this test.
  • HSG (days 6-11). Effective June 2009, we will start performing HSG in our facility.  Read about the HSG procedure fact sheet at /media/assets/hsg.pdf
  • Sonohysterogram (days 6-11): read ASRM's fact sheet at /media/assets/SHG.pdf
  • Office hysteroscopy (days 6-11)
  • Cycle day 21 blood test (pregnancy test, progesterone level)
  • Endometrial biopsy (day 22-25)
  • Mammogram in women > 40, or in younger women with positive family history of breast cancer.
  • In certain cases, a laparoscopy is needed to further evaluate tubal status or rule out endometriosis, adhesions, or other pathology. To read more about laparoscopy /media/assets/laparoscopy.pdf

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Getting Started
Initial Consultation
Patient Care
Insurance Info
IUI Success Rates and Prices
Smoking Policy
Embryology Atlas
Testing Outline

100% Guarantee


We will refund your fees if IVF/Donor Egg treatments do not result in a live birth.
Restrictions apply.

Contact Us


Call us! 703.437.7722
info@vcrmed.com
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Virginia Center for Reproductive Medicine • 11150 Sunset Hills Rd, Suite 100 • Reston, VA 20190 • phone: 703-437-7722