The National Institute of Health and Care Excellence definition of infertility is

Failure to conceive at a time of one's choosing

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Failure to conceive for a period of two years

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Failure to conceive after frequent unprotected sexual intercourse for one to two years in couples in the reproductive age group

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Failure to conceive after frequent unprotected sexual intercourse for ten years in couples in the reproductive age group

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The correct option is C Failure to conceive after frequent unprotected sexual intercourse for one to two years in couples in the reproductive age group
According to the National Institute of Health and Care Excellence, infertility is the failure to conceive by the couple, wh0 are in the reproductive age groups, after frequent tries of unprotected coitus for more than two years. In order to help such couples, the government has set up awareness campaigns for IVF and other methods of conception. The government is also trying to create awareness among people about the possible option of adoption.
So the correct answer is 'Failure to conceive after frequent unprotected sexual intercourse for one to two years in couples in the reproductive age group.'

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