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Complete the test at home. At-home sperm tests have been found to be accurate around 95% of the time. Masturbate into the cup the kit provides for you and complete the test exactly as indicated in the instructions. Read the instructions carefully beforehand so you know what to do and what not to do. [1]
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Generally, you will collect your sample in a cup, transfer the sample to the testing kit after a specific amount of time, and read the results.You may also have to add another solution to the sample, but this depends on the test.
Tests like these are available at many drug stores and pharmacies.
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Evaluate the results. Results should be available in about 10 minutes, though this varies by test. A normal sperm concentration is considered to be above 20 million per milliliter. If your results are lower than that, consult your doctor for a complete infertility workup. [2]
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Some tests simply tell you whether your count is normal or low. Others may be more exact. This varies by test, so read the instructions carefully.
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Consult a specialist to check your sperm. At-home tests do not measure other factors that affect fertility. If you are having trouble conceiving, consider seeing a fertility specialist even if your at-home test shows normal results. At-home tests do not check: [3]
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How much semen you ejaculate at one time (semen volume)
The percent of your sperm that are alive (vitality)
How well your sperm move (motility)
The shape of your sperm ( morphology )
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Visit your doctor for a history and physical exam. Tell your doctor you are worried about your fertility, and get an examination. They will ask you about your medical and family history, and perform a physical exam. They will examine your genitals, and may ask you about your sexual history and sexual development. [4]
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Schedule a semen analysis test. Semen analysis looks at a sample of your semen under a microscope. A lab technician, doctor, or computer count how many sperm appear in the squares of a grid pattern. This is the most common sperm count test, so ask your doctor to schedule you an appointment with a fertility specialist. [5]
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Repeat the test. Semen analysis tests are usually repeated at least twice over a period of time. This is because sperm count varies somewhat, and your doctor will need an accurate representation of your sperm count over time. [6]
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A second sample is usually collected one to two weeks after the first.
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Masturbate into a container your doctor gives you. When it comes time to do your sperm test, your doctor will give you a special cup or container. Masturbate and catch your ejaculate in the container. Make sure to put the lid on to avoid spills. [7]
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If possible, do this in the clinic. If you need to, you may be able to take the container home with you. Ask your doctor to give you specific instructions about storing the container, and when to bring it back to the office.
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Use a special condom made to catch semen for testing. Some clinics may be able to provide you a special condom to wear during intercourse. This condom collects your semen for examination. Some men find it easier to ejaculate this way, and it may help you if you feel nervous at the doctor’s office. These may not always be available, however – ask your doctor about your options. [8]
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Avoid common pitfalls. Collecting a sperm sample can go wrong in a number of ways. Ask your doctor for specific details about how to collect an accurate sample. Follow these guidelines to the best of your ability: [9]
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Shower and wash your hands before taking your sample.
Do not use lubricant, which can interfere with how your sperm move. Additionally, some lubricants contain spermicide that can ruin your sample.
Do not ejaculate for at least two days before you collect your sample; on the other hand, abstain no more than 10 days before you collect your sample.
Avoid smoking, drinking, and drugs for 10 days prior to taking your sample.
Make sure all of your ejaculate goes into the container. If you miss, wait a day and try again.
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Many couples struggle to conceive a child. Since many issues can cause difficulty in conceiving, both partners need to be evaluated for fertility issues. If you're having trouble conceiving, you may want to test your sperm count. You can use at-home tests to measure the number of sperm in the fluid ejaculated during an orgasm. However, you will get a more complete evaluation if you see your doctor.
The content of this article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis, or treatment. You should always contact your doctor or other qualified healthcare professional before starting, changing, or stopping any kind of health treatment.
To check your sperm count, you can use an at-home testing kit, which are available at most drugstores and pharmacies. However, know that at-home tests don’t measure all fertility factors like the percent of your sperm that are alive and how well they move. For more thorough results, you can get medically tested to check your sperm count. Just visit a doctor and explain you're worried about your fertility and you would like to have your sperm tested. Your doctor will provide you with specific details on how to collect an accurate sample, like avoiding smoking, drinking, and drugs for 10 days prior to the test. To learn common pitfalls that you should avoid when collecting a sperm sample, read below!
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A semen analysis , also known as sperm test or spermogram , is a type of test to evaluate the quality of a sperm sample and the sperm count . In other words, it is an effective method for determining male fertility.
Broadly speaking, after collecting the semen sample, the clinic analyzes the different sperm parameters in the lab. When the results are ready, a report with the results is provided to the patient. In order to understand them, it is important that you learn how to read them. Here are some key factors to keep in mind when it comes to interpreting a semen analysis.
Provided below is an index with the 6 points we are going to expand on in this article.
The WHO (World Health Organization) has published a series of guidelines as regards the sperm parameters that should be examined in a semen analysis, and has established the reference values to determine if the results are normal or not.
Sperm parameters can be examined macroscopically and microscopically. Continue reading in order to learn how to understand each type of analysis along with the reference values of each:
A macroscopic examination allows the specialist to evaluate the basic characteristics of the sperm sample, that is, the ones that can be seen by the naked eye, without using a microscope. The following are key values:
If a macroscopic examination is more associated with the external traits of the semen and the fluids it is composed of, a microscopic examination focuses on all aspects related to the sperm cells .
To this end, a drop of semen is put in a Makler counting chamber to analyze the following sperm parameters under the microscope:
Once you have the results of the semen analysis, you should consider the following aspects concerning the format in order to understand your report accurately:
If the results of your spermogram reach the lower reference values of semen variables established by the WHO, your semen analysis report is considered normal. In other words, you don't have any fertility issues. This is known as normozoospermia .
In case any of these parameters fall outside these ranges, the sample will be considered abnormal. These are the different types of sperm disorders that may be diagnosed:
It is also possible to have a combination of two or more of these patho
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