You always planned on having a family, but you never planned not being able to
get pregnant. If you've been trying to conceive for a year or longer, it's
time to consider infertility testing. At Penn Fertility Care - Lancaster
General Health, we offer comprehensive, confidential evaluations about family
building. We get to the root of your fertility challenges so that you can
start building your future.
Fertility Check: Why Choose Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health?
At our state-of-the-art fertility clinic in Lancaster County, we offer:
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In-house infertility tests: We offer many diagnostic services, such as
fertility blood tests, hormone tests and imaging exams, right in our clinic.
You get the tests you need in one convenient location and receive your
results promptly.
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Convenience and privacy: Our online patient portal makes it easy to review
your test results and message your fertility care team. We also offer
virtual follow-up visits so you can meet with our reproductive
endocrinologist or physician's assistant from the comfort and privacy of
home.
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Multispecialty care: If we uncover an underlying health condition during
infertility testing, such as diabetes or obesity, we quickly refer you to
the care you need. As part of Lancaster General Health, you have access to
our wide network of specialists.
What to Expect During Your Infertility Evaluation
During infertility testing, our reproductive medicine specialists evaluate
both you and your partner. We ask you questions about how long you've been
trying to get pregnant and if you've had infertility treatments in the past.
We do an in-depth assessment your physical, sexual and reproductive health,
looking for factors that could be affecting your fertility such as:
- Abnormal menstruation
- Alcohol or drug use
- Family history of infertility
- Obesity
- Past surgeries or medical treatments
- Sexually transmitted infections
- Smoking
- Stress
Your fertility check may include blood tests, urine tests, imaging exams or
minimally invasive procedures, which differ for men and women. We do most
tests right in our office. If you need specialized testing, such as genetic
testing or a biopsy, we can easily refer you to a specialist for a streamlined
experience.
Does Insurance Cover Fertility Testing Costs?
Some insurance plans cover fertility testing costs. Before your appointment,
our financial advocate will contact you to discuss your insurance coverage and
other aspects of paying for fertility care. Well make sure you're aware of
any out-of-pocket expenses.
Should I Do an At-home Infertility Test?
At-home infertility tests use a sample of blood, urine, semen or saliva and
send it to a lab for analysis. However, it's important to remember that
at-home tests only measure certain factors such as hormone levels or sperm
count - they aren't evaluating your overall health, considering your medical
history or examining your reproductive anatomy. You need the expertise and
experience of trained fertility specialists for an accurate diagnosis.
Infertility Testing for Women
Fertility testing for women includes hormone blood tests, ovarian reserve
tests and imaging exams, such as a sonohysterogram. Our fertility specialists
perform these tests right in our clinic for your convenience.
Infertility Testing for Men
Fertility testing for men includes hormone blood tests and a semen analysis. A
semen analysis evaluates the number and quality of your sperm. If results of
these tests are abnormal, or you have an underlying medical condition, we may
refer you to a urologist or radiologist for more specialized testing.
Make an Appointment
Call 717-544-0107 or request an appointment to schedule your fertility
consultation.