Infertility Testing: The Post Coital Test

Of all the testing I had done when we were trying to conceive our first baby, the post coital test was the most embarrassing. This test involves visiting the doctor after having intercourse. The doctor then checks the sperm in your cervical mucous to see if it is moving well. The post coital test is done for several reasons. It is usually done when the cause of infertility is not known. The test will show if there are immunity issues that are preventing conception. It will also show if there are problems with the cervical mucous that are not allowing … Continue reading