Testing times

I've talked about having a baby on my own to a couple of friends - other single women who I knew probably had had thoughts along these lines themselves. It would seem, so far, that I'm not the only one worried that while I'm waiting for Mr Right my ovaries are slowly shrivelling.

I was talked to a friend a couple of weeks ago about how upset I was to still find myself single at nearly 38 because I really want to have kids and don't know how much longer I can wait for Mr Right to come along. She mentioned that because she's had some gynaecological problems in the past she's going to a clinic for full testing so that she can gage how urgently she needs to consider the baby issue. She's also single, though a few years younger than me. She suggested I do the same if I'm worried about my fertile years running out. Her reasoning was that at least it would either give me some peace of mind that I've got a bit more time or give me the kick up the arse I need to realise that I really can't wait any longer.

She said the clinic she goes to offers this kind of testing for around $250 - and if you're referred by your doctor medicare will refund $80.

I'm wondering if this is something doing, or is just another way to stall making a decision?