Hysterosalpingography (HSG)
Checks whether the fallopian tubes are open, in the fertility work-up.
Also known as: HSG, tube test, fallopian tube test, hysterosalpingogram
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This one is done at the centre — it cannot be collected at home. Find your nearest branch.
- Turnaround
- 24–48 hours
- Preparation
- No fasting needed. Eat and drink normally.
- Sample
- Imaging
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About this test
Contrast is passed into the uterus and followed on X-ray as it spills from the tubes. Blocked tubes are a common and treatable cause of infertility, and the scan also shows the shape of the uterine cavity. Some cramping during the procedure is normal.
What it measures
- Patency of each fallopian tube
- Shape and filling of the uterine cavity
- Free spill of contrast into the pelvis
A note on results. A single test is one part of a clinical picture, not a diagnosis. Discuss your report with a qualified doctor, who will read it alongside your history and examination.
Related to
- Fertility
- Women's health
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