In recent times, there have been great progress in the diagnosis of infertility, important for adequate treatment
Infertility, defined as the absence of pregnancy after 12 months of regular attempts (or 6 months for women over the age of 35), is a much more common problem than most people think. It affects about 15% of reproductive couples all over the world, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Its causes are varied and, in about 40% of cases, the origin is in female factors; in another 40%, in male factors; And in the remaining 20%, infertility derives from the combination of male and female factors.
For this reason, when a couple is unable to get pregnant, it is important to look for a specialist doctor who can ask for exams and indicate correct treatments if necessary. And there have been many progress in this sense in recent times, do you see? So what about talking about it in this lilac June, dedicated to awareness on the subject?
Understand these Progress in the diagnosis of infertility:
Diagnosis of infertility
First, among the innovative tests already offered in Brazil there is the infertility panel, a genetic examination that analyzes the genetic changes associated with infertility both in men and women.
The exam, divided into male and female versions, evaluates more than 400 genes relating to conditions such as early ovarian failure, recurring gestational loss, azoospermia and testicular anomalies. From the collection of a blood sample, it is possible to identify the genetic variants that direct the diagnosis and help to trace clinical behaviors more assertive to the couple.
According to Dr. Natália Gonçalves, director of the human reproduction area of the genomic dasa, genetic analysis is a powerful ally in the treatment of fertility, especially in the event of infertility without apparent cause or assisted reproduction treatments.
In addition, there are also other innovative tests, such as pregnancy, for genetic investigations in case of recurring abortions. Finally, there is the PCGT (genetic compatibility panel), used to evaluate the genetic compatibility of the couple during the in vitro fertilization processes.
Knowing more about the infertility and execution of the exams when necessary, many more couples may have the opportunity to realize the dream of having a child.
Source: Terra
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