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Fertility Glossary

Infectious-disease screening

Blood tests for infections such as HIV and hepatitis before treatment.

Fertility testing

UK licensed clinics must screen people whose eggs, sperm or embryos will be used or stored, to protect patients, future children and laboratory safety. A positive result does not necessarily stop treatment.

Also known as: virology screening, HIV hepatitis screening, blood screening

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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