What is the Clomiphene Citrate Challenge Test(CCCT)?
The CCCT is a test that we use to help to predict a woman’s reproductive or fertility potential. The tests consists of determination of follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and estradiol levels in the blood on cycle day 3 and cycle day 10 (cycle day 1 is defined as the start of a period). Part of the test includes administration of an oral medication, known as clomiphene citrate at a dose of 100 mg (two tablets) daily from cycle day 5 through cycle day 9.
The clomiphene citrate challenge test is a blood test used to help find out whether your ovarian reserve is in any way compromised. Ovarian reserve refers to the number of eggs you have available for fertilization and the quality of your eggs. A good ovarian reserve is an important part of becoming pregnant. The CCCT measures ovarian reserve by checking levels of important hormones in the body, including those present after taking a cycle of clomiphene. What is Clomiphene? In order to complete the CCCT, you will need to take clomiphene for a period of five days. Clomiphene is a fertility drug that is used to induce ovulation. It is often used to encourage your ovaries to release more than one egg every cycle. As a result, it increase your chances of becoming pregnant. Because hormone levels change after taking clomiphene, this drug is used in order to measure your overall ovarian reserve. What Hormones does the Clomiphene Citrate Challenge Test Measure? The CCCT measures various hormon
