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Not getting prego?..this could be why!
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JulieLO
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Not getting prego?..this could be why!
For 4+ years we have been diagnosed "unexplained infertility"...we have struggled numerous times with the loss of our first baby 14wks. 9 medicated IUI's and currently on our 3rd Fresh IVF cycle. My IVF cycles #1, 16 eggs (8IVF/8ICSI) all fertilized only 1 was a AAABlast, 1 AA and resulted in my DS, Thomas ( lost the other baby). All remaining embryos did not last to cryo. IVF#2 - 14 eggs, 8 fertilized, BFN and none left to freeze.
SCSA is an analysis of the genetic material in the sperm DFI (DNA Fragmentation Index) and HDS (High DNA Stainability)
Based on our results 30.7% of my husbands
genetics are compromised.
When DFI is above 25% current literature suggests that the patients either try to reduce that number% by medical intervention or change lifestyle. SKIP IUI and go onto IVF/ICSI for the greatest success. (www.scsatest.com)
A high ratio of DFI (over 25%) may be the most negative since they may DNA damage beyond the repair capacity of the eggs.
Our HDS indicated that 10.7% of his sperm contained immature chromatin and abnormal proteins. Anything in the 25% range would be considered NEGTIVE for pregnance outcome.
This test cost us $400. I WISH WE TOOK IT SOONER!!! We would have saved A LOT of heartache, time and $$$$$ knowing this information before.
I'll be meeting with a specialist regarding the new science on PICSI, TA and suppliment regimine. Ill be happy to share my findings with you all.
If you have $400 to lay out, our insurance actually reimbursed us for the test. TAKE IT FOR PIECE OF MIND!!!
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MrsUta
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Re: Not getting prego?..this could be why!
Wow - this is really helpful -
Thank you
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| Posted 5/25/12 10:00 AM |
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LoLaBlue
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Re: Not getting prego?..this could be why!
Wow so interesting! What is the actual test called? And how is it done?
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| Posted 5/25/12 10:26 AM |
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JulieLO
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Re: Not getting prego?..this could be why!
Posted by LoLaBlue
Wow so interesting! What is the actual test called? And how is it done?
www.SCSA.com
It is called a DNA Fragmentation Analysis
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| Posted 5/29/12 12:10 AM |
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JulieLO
LIF Adolescent
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Re: Not getting prego?..this could be why!
Posted by JulieLO
Posted by LoLaBlue
Wow so interesting! What is the actual test called? And how is it done?
www.SCSA.com
It is called a DNA Fragmentation Analysis
They send you a cryo tank and your DH needs to abstain for 2-3 days...give a specimen in a small tube and then freeze it, send it out and wait 5 days for the results.
You do not have to get a referral or script for it. You can order it yourself online and they can send you the results.
Based on these results we spoke to a Urologist and RE. DH is on suppliments (vitamins/minerals/antioxidents) and we will be doing PICSI this cycle. They are being more aggressive with my meds to give me more mature eggs to increase our odds :)
Retrieval this weekend...Ill let you know how it goes...
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| Posted 5/29/12 12:14 AM |
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LoLaBlue
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Re: Not getting prego?..this could be why!
Posted by JulieLO
Posted by JulieLO
Posted by LoLaBlue
Wow so interesting! What is the actual test called? And how is it done?
www.SCSA.com
It is called a DNA Fragmentation Analysis
They send you a cryo tank and your DH needs to abstain for 2-3 days...give a specimen in a small tube and then freeze it, send it out and wait 5 days for the results.
You do not have to get a referral or script for it. You can order it yourself online and they can send you the results.
Based on these results we spoke to a Urologist and RE. DH is on suppliments (vitamins/minerals/antioxidents) and we will be doing PICSI this cycle. They are being more aggressive with my meds to give me more mature eggs to increase our odds :)
Retrieval this weekend...Ill let you know how it goes...
thank you for the info and good luck! 
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| Posted 5/29/12 8:10 AM |
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