In infertility guidelines, a shorter evaluation time is recommended for women aged 35 or older. What is that time frame?

• A. 3 months
• B. 12 months
• C. 6 months
• D. 24 months

Answer: (C)

Older age means fertility declines more quickly, so guidelines shorten the waiting period before pursuing an infertility workup. For women aged 35 or older, the recommended time to try before evaluation is six months. If pregnancy hasn’t occurred after six months, a full infertility workup is advised to identify factors and guide timely interventions. This shorter window reflects the faster decline in ovarian reserve and fecundity with age, making earlier assessment advantageous. The other timeframes are longer or shorter than what is recommended for this age group, so they’re not the best fit here.