title: Initial clinical survey of the infertile couple.
abstract: This article is a basic overview of the initial evaluation of the infertile couple for the family practitioner. The physiology of conception and etiology factors are discussed. The comprehensive history, physical examination, and diagnostic evaluation of the infertile couple are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota.
authors.forename: L A
authors.initials: LA
authors.lastname: Jacobs
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007246:Infertility / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy; D008297:Male