Where to get tests for recurrent pregnancy loss, running out of time.

[ThoughtAboutThisTooMuch]

Hello, hoping someone might be able to point me in the right direction as days of googling have brought up nothing.

As a bit of background, I've had a healthy pregnancy, then 3 early pregnancy losses followed by another healthy pregnancy. Started trying for a 3rd baby in Jan 19 and have had 2 very early losses this year (both < 5 weeks). I went to my GP in Oct before the losses and was given an ultrasound check (found nothing obviously wrong) and a 21 day blood test (inconclusive). When I went back to discuss I saw another GP who said I wouldn't qualify for IVF anyway, and there's nothing else that they can do so why am I wasting NHS resources with getting these tests done (which is fair enough I guess).
I don't want IVF but I feel like there are other things to try e.g. progesterone? but maybe I'm just fooling myself and I should give up trying for a 3rd and be grateful for what I have (I've just turned 38 so time is not on my side). Very very aware of just how lucky I am to have 2 already.

Sorry this is turning out so long my question actually was whether there was any private tests I could do specifically to check for reasons for very early pregnancy loss? I can find 'fertility mots' and such but can't find anything related specifically to recurrent miscarriage testing.

Or maybe I should just stop trying, not throw good money after bad and accept that it's not going to happen

TIA

Yes, you can go see Raj Rai at St Mary's in London and have a loaf of blood tests for things that can relate to miscarriages.
Ultimately though, at 38 and with your losses happening early (?before 8 weeks) the chances are that it is your age/ egg quality that is the determining factor.

Thanks for your reply @Polly99 - will take a look, but yes, I expect you are right.

Sorry for your losses. You qualify to be seen at a multiple miscarriage clinic, even though you do have children. Your GP should have referred you years ago, after your 3rd loss! I had my 3rd loss last weekend, so have been reading up about what the clinic might do- although referral can take 3+mths! Sorry if TMI, but did they ever send any other losses off for genetic testing? Being my 3rd loss, they sent mine off, but again, the results could take months, and may come back with no answers at all.

The recurrent MC clinic, will apparently do detailed blood tests to check I don't have a clotting issues, and certain conditions, a more detailed pelvic scan and sometimes semen analysis.

Majority of early losses, in older women are chromosomal issues from older eggs (the Dr's words, not mine!). I'm looking into CoQ 10 supplements which can apparently improve egg quality. I'm trying to find out whether the expensive brands are worth it, what dose is needed etc.

I'm 42 and TTC 9yrs, with just the 3 losses BTW, no kids.

I had a miscarriage my first pregnancy and did a lot of research after that, had a healthy pregnancy in the end and now thinking about ttc a second. DH will be 40, me 37 so I'm basically hoping we can both go on a health kick in advance. I found 'it starts with the egg' a bit intense, but a lot of the advice was useful.

I also found 'Taking charge of your fertility' really helpful, though it's about two inches thick. Both made me realise there were signs my body was giving me I had no way to interpret.

I would go back to a different GP, and possibly make a complaint about the last one: you're getting pregnant, but not carrying to term, so why the doctor would assume IVF would be the logical outcome
of testing is beyond me.

While waiting for NHS referral, read the books, improve your diet, you and DH start taking supplements etc and see if that helps. It's great if you can be pragmatic about the fact you have two healthy children, but there are steps you can take to improve your chances and investigate the cause and I don't think one doctors opinion should prevent you from exploring those.

Thanks both for your kind words and info.
I had a D&C with one of the miscarriages and they sent that off for tests but nothing unexpected came back.
I did read the 'it starts with an egg' book a few years ago and it seemed to work as the next pregnancy was successful (after the 3 m/c) but hasn't worked so far this time. I've been taking ubiquinol from justvitamins which is still pricey but cheaper than I've seen elsewhere.
I have been neglecting my health a bit since lockdown though so think you're right and I should concentrate on that for the next while.
Not sure about going back to the gp, I don't want to take the space from those that need it more, especially if it's already a 3month waiting list. Will have a think about it though, thanks so much!

Oh, and will check out 'taking charge of your fertility', thanks!

And so sorry for your losses @Elouera, hope you're doing as well as can be expected.

@ThoughtAboutThisTooMuch- Yes, I'm doing ok thanks. No harm in booking a GP telephone consult and asking to be referred to the recurrent MC clinic. Doesn't mean you can't keep trying, but at least you your referral is in and you'll get seen at some time when clinics re-open. I'm in London, so the wait may not be as long in other areas.

Depending where you are, it’s well worth seeking out professor Quemby in Coventry.
She has an excellent research department and a recurrent miscarriage clinic, also specialising in preventing pre term birth.

Thanks @Elouera that does make sense alright.

Thanks @Middleagedmidwife I should have said in the OP, sorry, I'm in London so ideally looking for something there but thanks for the recommendation.