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Fertility Glossary

Endometrial thickness

The measured depth of the uterine lining before transfer.

Treatment

Lining thickness is measured on ultrasound and most clinics look for around 7 mm or more with a triple-line appearance before transfer. It is a guide, not a guarantee — pregnancies occur with thinner linings, and thick linings do not assure success. Persistently thin linings are investigated for scarring or blood flow issues.

Also known as: lining thickness, endometrial lining measurement

Sources

  • Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (ranzcog.edu.au)
  • European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (eshre.eu)

Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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