Ovulation Study
The process by which the doctor observes the growth of this follicle from the beginning of the menstrual cycle until it is ready to release an egg is known as ovulation study or follicular monitoring. It is a critical component of IVF evaluation and timing. It employs a simple technique for assessing ovarian follicles at regular intervals and investigates the ovulation pathway. Medical professionals study follicle development in the ovaries to predict when the next egg will be released. There is a dramatic increase in the chances of pregnancy if a couple intends to have sexual relations during that time.
Follicular studies are an important component of fertility treatments. They are critical in determining whether or not the woman's body is responding to the treatment. It is extremely important to have follicle scans if someone has chosen the IVF method of fertilization. A single case of ovulation is checked for hormonal levels and the number of eggs produced. If the hormone levels are off, changing the medication dosage can increase the chances of conception.
Follicular monitoring can help determine when in the cycle a woman will ovulate. As a result, the chances of becoming pregnant are greatly increased during that time when intercourse can be planned.
However, it does not guarantee sperm fertilization of the egg or implantation of the fertilized egg on the uterine wall. Some issues prevent you from conceiving after ovulation. These scans also do not take care of them.
Why ovulation study is necessary?
- Assume you are under the age of 35 and have been actively trying to conceive for about a year. It is the first step in ruling out ovulation-related issues.
- If you are over the age of 35 and have not been able to conceive in the last six months.
- PCOD can lead to irregular cycles and ovulation. You may also have a cycle in which you do not ovulate.
- If fertility drugs are used to induce ovulation or to produce multiple follicles through fertility procedures such as IUI or IVF.