A semen analysis is a test that evaluates the quality and quantity of a man’s semen and sperm. The test is typically performed as part of a fertility evaluation or when a man is experiencing difficulty with conception. During a semen analysis, a man will be asked to provide a sample of semen, which is usually collected by masturbation, and the semen is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.
The laboratory will examine the semen sample under a microscope to evaluate the following parameters:
- Volume: The amount of semen in the sample
- Liquefaction: The time it takes for the semen to become a liquid consistency
- pH: The acidity or alkalinity of the semen
- Sperm count: The number of sperm per milliliter of semen
- Motility: The percentage of sperm that are moving and the percentage that is progressive (moving forward)
- Morphology: The percentage of sperm that have a normal shape
- White blood cell count: The number of white blood cells in the semen, which can indicate an infection
It’s important to note that semen analysis results may vary from one sample to another.
Therefore, our experts at Orkid, recommend every man have two to three semen analyses performed over a period of time, to get a more accurate picture of their sperm health.
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