Dr. Natalie Crawford breaks down the essential information about fertility testing, empowering women to understand their reproductive health. Learn when to get tested, what tests reveal, and how to advocate for yourself in your fertility journey.

Key Topics:

1. When to Get Fertility Testing

-Guidelines for testing based on age

-Signs you should seek testing earlier

-Importance of not waiting for a referral

2. Male Fertility Evaluation

-Semen analysis basics

-Impact of testosterone on fertility

-What a sperm test reveals

3. Female Fertility Testing

-AMH and ovarian reserve explained

-Hormone level testing

-Ultrasound and anatomical evaluations

4.Understanding Your Results

-What tests can and cannot tell you

-Interpreting ovarian reserve numbers

-Questions to ask your doctor

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