At what age should I get a fertility check?

If you are under 35 and trying to conceive for more than a year and still not seeing any fruitful results, you must get a fertility checkup. If you are between 35 and 40, and still not getting pregnant after 6 months of trying, getting yourself checked helps. If you have irregular menses, heavy or absent periods, repeated miscarriages, and your partner has infertility issues, you must get a fertility checkup soon.

What happens at a preconception checkup?

At a preconception checkup, your doctor performs a physical exam, blood test, Pap smear, reviews the family’s medical history, including illness, surgeries, and genetic conditions, and provides counselling on diet, exercise, medication, and supplements. A preconception checkup is essential to identify and manage fertility issues and optimise health for better conception and pregnancy outcomes.

Essential Preconception Health Checkup You Must Do

Name: Essential Preconception Health Checkup You Must Do
Creator: Ahanaf Nisha
Published: 2026-04-22T12:00:00+05:30

ByAhanaf Nisha

Updated: 22 Apr 2026, 4:33 pm

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Savitha Shetty, Senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Apollo Hospitals

This article explains the list of essential Preconception Health checkups you must do before conceiving. Preconception checkup helps identify underlying issues, such as anaemia, thyroid imbalance, infection, or vitamin deficiency, that can affect fertility and pregnancy outcomes. Preconception checkup is a must if you have PCOS, diabetes, thyroid Disorders, or prior pregnancy loss.

Pregatips

Pregnancy begins way before those two lines appear on your pregnancy test. If you are planning a pregnancy, there are certain preconception health checkups you must do before conceiving. Preconception Health checkup is crucial for curbing risks like birth defects, preterm birth, or low birth weight. A preconception checkup gives you the best chance to get pregnant and sets the foundation for maternal and infant well-being.

Blood tests detect anaemia and infections that could complicate early pregnancy. Thyroid function tests are important because any imbalance in thyroid levels can affect ovulation, implantation, and foetal brain development. Screenings for conditions like thalassemia, cystic fibrosis, or sickle cell identify genetic risks. The health of your eggs, hormones, nutrient stores, and medical conditions can influence your fertility, pregnancy journey, and baby’s health.

What is Preconception Care

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Apr 20, 2026, 12:54 PMMedically Reviewed byDr. Savitha Shetty
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