Tests

See the Lab Guide's Explanation of Sample Requirements for key to sample codes.

Profiles

Male Infertility Profile 1

FSH
LH
Testosterone
Free Androgen Index
Prolactin
SHBG

MIPR

Male Infertility Profile 2

FSH
Testosterone
Inhibin B
SHBG and FAI
LH
Prolactin
Chromosome Analysis
Y Chromosome Microdeletion
(AZFa, b and c)
Cystic Fibrosis (33 mutations)

Semen analysis will be invoiced as an extra test. Please request if required.

MIP2 9

Male Genetic
Reproductive Profile

Chromosome Analysis
Y Chromosome Microdeletion
Cystic Fibrosis Carrier Screen
(33 mutations)

GRP 9

CBAVD Profile (Azoospermia)

Chromosome Analysis
Y Chromosome Microdeletion
Cystic Fibrosis Carrier Screen
(33 mutations)
PolyT (5T, 7T, 9T)

CAVD 9

Male Recurrent
Miscarriage Profile

Sperm DNA Fragmentation
Sperm Aneuploidy
Infection Screen (DL12)

MRMP

By Special Arrangement 

Sperm swim test
Sperm preparation for overnight survival
Sperm motility and vitality testing for epididymal toxicity
Urine for retrograde ejaculation
Sperm retrieval procedures (biopsy, PESA, MESA)

Sperm cryopreservation and storage
(undertaken by Anrdrology Solutions – HFEA and EUTD licensed)

All men who store sperm must be screened for HIV 1&2, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. Under HFEA regulations, sperm can be stored for a maximum period of 10 years with formal consent.
All patients are offered counselling prior to sperm cryopreservation.
These arrangements, and details for other semen tests, are available on request. Please contact TDL Andrology on 020 7025 7940 or email for further information.