18 Questions
What is the purpose of measuring basal body temperature?
To detect ovulation
What is the purpose of hysterosalpingography (HSG)?
To assess tubal patency
What is the purpose of ovulation test strips?
To detect LH surge before ovulation
What is the purpose of sonohysterography?
To examine the inside of the uterus
What is intrauterine insemination (IUI)?
A treatment for female infertility
Why is it recommended to have unprotected sex 2 to 3 times in the 24 to 48 hours following the LH surge?
To increase the chances of pregnancy
What is the purpose of follicular tracking in fertility treatment?
To track the maturation of follicles and avoid over or under stimulation
What is the approximate success rate of assisted reproductive technology (ART) in top fertility units?
15-20 per cent
What is the main difference between ZIFT and GIFT?
ZIFT involves visual confirmation of fertilization, while GIFT does not
What is the purpose of ovarian stimulation drugs in ART?
To retrieve several eggs and maximize chances for successful fertilization
What is the approximate success rate of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) per egg retrieval?
20 per cent
Which ART procedure involves placing a mixture of sperm and eggs directly into the woman's fallopian tube?
GIFT
What is the primary way viable particles of endometrium enter the fallopian tubes?
Through reflux at the time of menstruation
What is the purpose of assessing the morphology of sperm during fertility testing?
To assess the normal forms of sperm
What is the typical change in Basal Body Temperature during ovulation?
An increase of 0.3 – 0.6°C
What can peritoneal macrophages do to sperm?
Destroy sperm
What is a possible causes of acidotic vaginal secretions?
Infection of the vagina
What is the minimum acceptable sperm count per milliliter of semen?
20 million/ml
Learn how to track your basal body temperature to determine ovulation and identify your fertile window. Understand how ovulation test strips work and how to use them to increase your chances of getting pregnant.
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