A revelation in the field of women study, which will surely help couples wishing to have a kid, later, is the 'egg timer'.

It is a simple, swift and low- priced procedure which measures woman's egg reserve. It was named so because it is the best proven signal of fertility and hence the name. It was brought out by IVF Australia.

With this test, it becomes convenient for a couple to decide whether they should go for natural conception or opt for adoption or egg donation as the 'egg timer' tells the number of eggs left.

This comes in handy for women who are in their thirties and don't want to conceive or want it at a bit later state. This gives an idea of whether she's at risk of having an early menopause or she's got plenty of time to carry on and have a baby.

Medical Director of IVF Australia, said, "I think this is a big step forward. For a woman who is facing decisions about how active they should get about chasing her fertility in one way or another, its information about what the future may hold for her."

It is nothing but a simplified tool which helps a woman decides the deadline age when she can naturally conceive. It also gives a warning signal if there is a lack of eggs in the body as the artificial procedure for conception can be applied.