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Fertility Glossary

NHS fertility eligibility criteria

The local rules that decide who can have NHS-funded treatment.

NHS & fertility access

Criteria may include age, BMI, smoking status, time trying and whether either partner has children. Check your local ICB or health board policy.

Also known as: eligibility criteria, funding criteria

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Last reviewed: 23 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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