Semen analysis and blood tests to evaluate male factor: The semen analysis specifically determines the sperm concentration, motility (movement) and morphology (shape).

Tests to evaluate the uterus and tubes. Hysterosalpingogram (HSG) can uncover the presence of uterine scar tissue, polyps, fibroids, or an abnormally shaped uterus. The X-ray offers detailed images of the uterine cavity and the fallopian tubes. A hysteroscopy , which uses a fiberoptic scope, may also be performed to conduct an examination of the uterus.

Laparoscopy can diagnose tubal factor; such as blocked or damaged fallopian tubes. The procedure enables a surgeon to view and find abnormalities of the uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, and pelvis using a fiberoptic scope. Damaged or blocked fallopian tubes can sometimes be repaired via endoscopic surgery, using laser; electrocautery; or other operative techniques.

Pelvic ultrasound can determine if a woman has irregular or abnormal pelvic anatomy, as well as provide information about the uterus and its endometrial lining. Using advanced ultrasound technology, a doctor can see if the ovaries are producing follicles, the cystic structures where the eggs develop, or if the uterine lining is adequate. Saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) can delineate intrauterine problems.

Assessment of female fertility potential

Using the combination of Day 3 FSH levels, antral follicle counts on pelvic ultrasound, and serum AMH levels, doctors at URA can help infertile women evaluate their ovarian fertility potential.

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

Eggs are retrieved from the ovary and fertilized with sperm from a male partner or donor. Fertilization occurs in the laboratory outside the woman's body. The embryos are then transferred to the uterus. This is a promising option for couples whose infertility is caused by blocked, damaged, or absent fallopian tubes; male factor; endometriosis; or unexplained infertility.

URA IVF success rates are outstanding and can be seen at their website at www.uranj.com or at www.sart.org .

 

Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injections (ICSI)

Severe male factor infertility can be overcome with ICSI, a highly successful micro-injection technique that introduces a single sperm into the egg.

 

Assisted Zona Hatching (AZH)

This micromanipulation technique delicately opens up the coating around the embryo (the zona pellucida) in order to facilitate the embryo's interaction with the uterus and therefore improve implantation.

 

Pre-implantation Genetic Diagnosis (PGD)

PGD allows detection of inherited abnormal genetic traits from parents known to be carriers of Mendelian traits (autosomal recessive traits like sickle cell anemia, Tay Sachs or cystic fibrosis, autosomal dominant traits such as Huntington's disease, or sex-linked disorders such as hemophilia) or balanced translocations. Selective transfer of only unaffected embryos allows prevention of these serious diseases and avoids the ethical dilemmas of amniocentesis and mid-term pregnancy termination for affected pregnancies.

Research Studies

Clinical and basic research is always ongoing at URA. The resources provide by our close working relationship with scientific colleagues at New Jersey Medical School allow us to be on the cutting edge of the latest advances in reproductive medicine. Our patients are eligible for enrollment in a variety of studies, which are supported by the NIH, industry, and UMDNJ.

 

Fertility Preservation Program

As the URA lab staff has perfected the process of egg freezing, fertility preservation is now available as an option for both women and men contemplating potentially gonadotoxic therapies, such as chemotherapy. With financial support for patients/couples available through Fertile Hope (for those meeting their criteria), fertility preservation is within reach for many individuals and offers a realistic hope of future fertility to most patients.

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University Reproductive Associates, P.C  

Main Office:

214 Terrace Ave

Hasbrouck Heights, NJ 07604

Phone: 201-288-6330 or toll-free 1-888-770-9080

Fax: 201-288-6331

Conveniently located in a free-standing building in Hasbrouck Heights, N.J. The center is only 20 minutes from New York City, and accessible from Routes 80, 17, 4, and 46, the New Jersey Turnpike, and the Garden State Parkway.

 

Hoboken Office:

79 Hudson Street, Suite 102 LL

Hoboken, NJ 07030

Phone: 201-830-3450 or toll-free 1-888-770-9080

Fax: 201-526-9508

 

This office is located one block from the Hoboken train station. Using the NJ Transit or PATH systems, this office is conveniently reached from all parts of NJ and NYC.