Infertility is more common than you might think. It is a health condition that many couples discover and have to deal with when they first attempt to fall pregnant. There can be many factors that influence and cause infertility in both men and women. If you are struggling to fall pregnant it could be beneficial for both you and your partner to take a fertility genetic test.
In this article, we will discuss whether or not infertility can be caused by a genetic predisposition and what information you can derive from a fertility genetic test.
Can Fertility Issues Be Genetic?
Yes, fertility issues can be genetic. In fact, it has been determined that almost 50 percent of infertility issues are due to genetic defects that are present in men and women. Therefore, the problems you are experiencing might be due to a hereditary disorder.
What a Fertility Genetic Test Can Tell You
There are many things a genetic test for fertility can tell you. It can indicate what course of action or diet could be right for your DNA makeup and optimise your fertility. It can also indicate where your genetic weaknesses lie and how to overcome or manage those weaknesses in order to increase your chances of falling pregnant. Some of the areas that such a test could provide you with more information include:
- General sub-fertility
- Stress
- Oxidative stress
- Methylation
- Blood clotting
- Iron homeostasis
- Hormone balance
- Detoxification
- Endometriosis
- PCOS
- Thyroid function
- Vitamin D and calcium requirements
Fertility Genetic Testing Cost
There is an affordable way to take a fertility genetic test. The Supreme Fertility test that is available for purchase on the Geneway online shop, only costs R3320.00. This test can also be performed in the comfort of your own home. It is a quick and painless process that only requires a DNA sample from the inside of your cheek. When you purchase this test online you will have a DNA collection kit delivered to your door. Once you have collected the required DNA, you will simply send it to the lab. Once your results return, you can discuss them with one of the Geneway practitioners and decide upon a way forward.
Purchase the Supreme Fertility test online.
