AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone): AMH is a hormone produced by follicles in the ovaries. It gives an estimate of the remaining egg supply in a woman’s ovaries. Higher levels of AMH indicate a larger egg reserve, while lower levels may suggest a reduced egg supply. AMH testing is important in assessing a woman’s ovarian reserve and can help in determining her fertility potential.
AFC (Antral Follicle Count): AFC is a measure of the number of small follicles present in a woman’s ovaries during a specific phase of her menstrual cycle. Follicles are structures that contain eggs. AFC provides information about the quantity of eggs remaining in the ovaries. A higher AFC suggests a larger pool of eggs and can be an indicator of better fertility potential.
Sperm motility: Sperm motility refers to the ability of sperm to swim and move effectively. It is an essential factor in achieving successful fertilisation. Higher sperm motility means that a larger percentage of sperm are moving actively, increasing the chances of sperm reaching and fertilising an egg.
Sperm morphology: Sperm morphology refers to the shape and structure of sperm. It assesses the percentage of sperm with a normal shape and size. Sperm with normal morphology are more likely to have the necessary structures to penetrate and fertilize an egg.
Sperm concentration: Sperm concentration, also known as sperm count, measures the number of sperm present in a given sample of semen. It indicates the quantity of sperm available for fertilisation. A higher sperm concentration generally improves the chances of successful fertilisation.
Sperm volume: Sperm volume refers to the amount of semen (fluid containing sperm) produced during ejaculation. It provides an indication of the overall amount of semen available for sperm transport. Adequate sperm volume is important for ensuring that enough sperm are present to reach the egg.