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Sperm DNA Fragmentation Testing: Cost, How to Get It, and What Your DFI Number Means

Sperm DNA Fragmentation Testing: Cost, How to Get It, and What Your DFI Number Means

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Aug 5, 2026 | Sperm DNA Fragmentation

Evidence-based · Written by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac · All key claims cited to peer-reviewed research Short answer: A sperm DNA fragmentation test — often reported as a DFI, or DNA Fragmentation Index — measures the percentage of a man’s sperm carrying...
When IVF Keeps Failing: Why It’s Time to Look Beyond the “Female Factor” and Consider His Sperm DNA

When IVF Keeps Failing: Why It’s Time to Look Beyond the “Female Factor” and Consider His Sperm DNA

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Jul 14, 2026 | Sperm DNA Fragmentation

Evidence-based · Written by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac · All key claims cited to peer-reviewed research The short answer: sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) is damage to the genetic material inside sperm that a standard semen analysis never measures — a man can have...
Why Did My IVF Fail If Everything Looked Normal?

Why Did My IVF Fail If Everything Looked Normal?

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Jun 15, 2026 | Failed IVF & Next Steps

Related reading Why “unexplained” does not mean it was your fault The DFI test most couples are never offered Egg quality in the 90 days before IVF Daily habits linked to sperm DNA health References Rooney KL, Domar AD. The relationship between stress and infertility....
Sleep, Daily Rhythm and Blood Sugar Before IVF With PCOS

Sleep, Daily Rhythm and Blood Sugar Before IVF With PCOS

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Jun 13, 2026 | PCOS & Fertility

The short answer: For many women with PCOS, the habits with the most research behind them are the quiet ones: regular sleep, a steady daily rhythm, and Mediterranean-style eating that keeps blood sugar steady. They support your general health in the months before IVF....
PCOS Before IVF: Different Patterns, the Same Everyday Habits

PCOS Before IVF: Different Patterns, the Same Everyday Habits

by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac | Jun 13, 2026 | PCOS & Fertility

Evidence-based · Written by Dr. Lejla Fazlicic, D.Ac, L.Ac · All key claims cited to peer-reviewed research The short answer: PCOS is not one condition. The Rotterdam criteria describe four types (A to D). Some lean more metabolic and some lean more hormonal. Working...
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