First off I am sorry to hear about your loss. I can imagine how you are feeling. This is my second mc this year and with the first they didn't do any testing but this time around they will be checking me out. Ask them to check you for antibodies, bloodclotting factors and possible genetic abnormalities. Tell them that you want all the tests done that they can. I'm a few years older then you but still in my 20's and I've heard the you are still young song and dance myself. Just let them know that you want to be as prepared as possible the next time you get preg. Also I suggest getting a book on causes of miscarriages there are a ton out there.(check Amazon. com) You will be fine and good luck. Stay strong.

I have a 2 year old and had my first miscarriage in July. I was able to get all of the testing done from my doctor and my insurance covered it. What helped me was that I already new about some abnormal things. I have a high ANA, which I didn't know could cause problems and my doctor didn't know I had. After that he ran all the tests. (He can also be a pushover because he knows I know what I'm talking about) Look over the types of tests (antibodies, clotting factors, etc) and find out if you have any family history of related things.

Tell you doctor if you are willing to pay for the tests if your insurance won't cover them.

The fact you tried for over a year should allow insurance coverage of fertility testing and means that you should be tested. Make sure you discuss your entire medical and health history. Mention if you work with any hazardous chemicals, etc.

Remember that if she won't run tests you are free to see another doctor (assuming your town size and insurance give you options). She works for you.

Best of luck to you!

I agree with both replies, but especially the advice of gong to another doctor if you don't see eye to eye with the current one. If you are willing to pay for tests if the insurance company won't support them, then it is up to the doctor to decide what tests he will order. To be honest, your age doesn't have anything to do with what the test results might show- ie if you have a clotting problem it doesn't suddenly get better as you age. or if you have an antibody problem that also doesn't resolve. Because the risk for early miscarriage is actually high among healthy individuals with no previous history of miscarriage(20%),many doctors only start to look for problem after 3 consecutive miscarriages. But this doesn't mean things can't be looked at now.

I just wanted to say thank you for the responses. This is actually a new doctor I am going to be going to since the first one was no help at all. Thanks again guys!