02/12/2025
Must-Do Tests & Changes for Husband Before Starting IVF
1. SEMEN ANALYSIS
To assess s***m count, motility, and morphology in detail.
2. DNA FRAGMENTATION TEST
Recommended if there is a history of IVF failures, age > 35, smoking, varicocele, or poor semen parameters.
3. HORMONAL PROFILE(if semen parameters are abnormal)
Includes: FSH, LH, Testosterone, Prolactin, TSH (thyroid).
4. SCROTAL DOPPLER /Ultrasound
Indicated when semen parameters are poor or when varicocele, infection or obstruction is suspected.
5. GENETIC TEST (only when indicated)
Karyotype β in very low s***m count or azoos***mia
Y-chromosome microdeletion β in azoos***mia/severe oligos***mia
CFTR mutation β in congenital absence of vas deferens
Lifestyle Changes Before IVF
6. STOP SMOKING AND ALCHOL
This significantly improves s***m DNA quality and overall semen health.
7. WEIGHT MANAGEMENT
Reducing belly fat enhances testosterone levels and improves s***m motility.
8. ADEQUATE SLEEP(7β8 hours)
Supports better hormonal balance and semen parameters.
9. AVOID HEAT EXPOSURE
Avoid sauna, hot baths, tight underwear, prolonged bike rides, or laptop on lap.
10. SUPPLEMENTS (under doctorβs supervision)
CoQ10
Antioxidants
Vitamin D
Zinc