Hysteroscopy Test
A hysteroscopy is a procedure that lets your health care provider look inside your uterus and cervix using a thin tube with a camera. It can help diagnose or treat conditions like abnormal bleeding, fibroids, polyps, scar tissue, or infertility.
What this test measures
A hysteroscopy measures the inside of your uterus and cervix. It can find abnormal growths, scar tissue, shape problems, or blocked fallopian tubes.
What your results mean
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and by your age and sex. MedlinePlus does not publish a single normal range for this test — always read your result against the range printed on your own lab report and discuss it with your provider.
Frequently asked questions
What is a hysteroscopy?
It is a procedure that uses a thin tube with a camera to look inside your uterus and cervix.
Why might I need a hysteroscopy?
It can diagnose abnormal uterine bleeding, infertility, or repeated miscarriages. It can also remove fibroids, polyps, scar tissue, or an IUD.
What is the difference between diagnostic and operative hysteroscopy?
Diagnostic hysteroscopy checks for the cause of abnormal bleeding. Operative hysteroscopy removes polyps, fibroids, or adhesions. Sometimes both are done at once.
What does it mean if my results are not normal?
It may mean fibroids, polyps, scar tissue, an abnormal uterus shape, or blocked fallopian tubes were found.
Can a hysteroscopy treat problems?
Yes, it can remove growths, scar tissue, or an IUD during the procedure.
Related lab tests
Sources
- MedlinePlus: Hysteroscopy — NIH MedlinePlus
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