How infertility is diagnosed in women.
Infertility is a couple's problem.
Both of you should be involved in the medical evaluation from the beginning. In fact, it makes sense to check the male partner first. Your own gynecologist will first obtain information about your medical and reproductive history. She will then examine you and arrange for blood tests, if necessary, to determine your blood count and thyroid function. Before your doctor proceeds much beyond this point, you and your husband should obtain a detailed explanation of what the evaluation has shown so far, what further tests or procedures will be required, and how much everything will cost.