When to Consider a Fertility Health Check
If you’re unsure when to seek fertility support, know that you’re not alone, and early action can make all the difference. We recommend speaking with a fertility GP or a fertility specialist if you’ve been trying to conceive for over 12 months without success, or six months if you’re over 35.
Even if you’re not actively trying, a fertility health check can provide helpful insight into your reproductive health.
You may also want to consider a fertility health check or seeing a specialist if you have irregular or absent periods, a history of endometriosis or PCOS, early menopause, or post-cancer treatment.
Our compassionate team is here to guide you with care and clarity, so you can move forward with confidence.
What to Expect at Your First Fertility Health Check
During your appointment, our GP will review your medical history, talk through your cycle and timing, and answer any questions you may have. If needed, they can also arrange simple fertility tests. These might include hormone blood tests (such as AMH, FSH, LH and TSH), ultrasounds to check your pelvic anatomy, semen analysis to assess sperm health, or procedures to evaluate ovarian reserve and fallopian tube function. Each test is tailored to your needs and designed to provide clearer insight into your fertility.
Fertility Checks for Women and Men
We always recommend that both partners attend a free fertility health check together, as infertility is a shared journey. Both female and male factors play a role, with 30% of infertility due to female factors, 30% to male factors, 30% to a combination and 10% unexplained.
A female fertility check may involve a range of fertility tests designed to assess your reproductive health and identify any possible barriers to conception. If you’re checking fertility or planning for the future, these insights can be a helpful first step.
A typical female fertility test may include:
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Hormone blood tests (FSH, LH, estrogen, and TSH) to assess your cycle and thyroid function.
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AMH (anti-Müllerian hormone) test, which estimates your ovarian reserve — how many eggs you may have.
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Antral Follicle Count (AFC) via ultrasound, giving further insight into your egg count.
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Pelvic ultrasound to check your ovaries, uterus, and detect any cysts or abnormalities.
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Hysterosalpingogram (HSG) or saline sonohysterogram to check if your fallopian tubes are open and the uterine cavity is clear.
Each test is tailored to your needs to give you a clearer picture when checking fertility.
A male fertility test provides valuable insights when you’re checking fertility or planning to start a family. A male fertility check may include a series of fertility tests designed to assess sperm health and hormonal balance.
Typical male fertility tests include:
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Sperm test/semen assessment, often referred to as a sperm count, to assess sperm concentration, motility (how well they swim), and morphology (shape).
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Hormone blood tests such as FSH, LH, and testosterone to evaluate hormone levels that support sperm production.
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In some cases, your GP may recommend advanced tests like sperm DNA fragmentation or a testicular biopsy for deeper insights.
Each test is tailored to your medical history and needs, helping you feel informed and supported while checking fertility. Visit our male infertility tests page for more information.