Before starting treatment, the following tests are required:
- FSH - Follicle Stimulating Hormone, LH - Luteinising Hormone, Oestradiol, Prolactin and AMH - Anti-Müllerian Hormone on day 2-5 of the menstrual cycle.
- TSH - Thyroid Stimulating Hormone if applicable.
- HIV/Hep B & C (both partners).
- Rubella.
Other tests that may be required include:
- Blood group and assessment of the blood profile for those women at risk of conditions such as sickle cell anaemia and thalassaemia.
- Day 21 progesterone levels.
- Anti-phospholipid antibodies (APA). This is for women with a history of miscarriage who may have elevated levels of APA.
- Blood group and CMV IgG and IgM for women considering treatment with donor eggs.
