A semen analysis plural: semen analyses , also called " seminogram " [1] evaluates certain characteristics of a male's semen and the sperm contained therein. It is done to help evaluate male fertility , whether for those seeking pregnancy or verifying the success of vasectomy. Depending on the measurement method, just a few characteristics may be evaluated such as with a home kit or many characteristics may be evaluated generally by a diagnostic laboratory. Collection techniques and precise measurement method may influence results.
Terms oligospermia , oligozoospermia , and low sperm count refer to semen with a low concentration of sperm [1] and is a common finding in male infertility. Often semen with a decreased sperm concentration may also show significant abnormalities in sperm morphology and motility technically oligoasthenoteratozoospermia. There has been interest in replacing the descriptive terms used in semen analysis with more quantitative information. The diagnosis of oligozoospermia is based on one low count in a semen analysis performed on two occasions. Sources usually classify oligospermia in 3 classes: [4]. The diagnosis of oligozoospermia requires a work-up via semen analysis listed in Male infertility. There are many causes for oligospermia including: [5].
This site is supported by Language Study of English , if please feel free to Send me an email. Infertility may also refer to the state of a woman who is unable to carry a pregnancy to full term. Infertile is unable to fertilise or has not been fertilised. This can either apply to an animal itself e.
Semen analysis measures the amount and quality of a man's semen and sperm. Semen is the thick, white fluid released during ejaculation that contains sperm. You will need to provide a semen sample. Your health care provider will explain how to collect a sample. You should get the sample to the lab within 30 minutes.