👉🏻💌https://bit.ly/SaraQClickToSubscribe What is semen analysis test? How is the semen analysis procedure done? Also, how are normal and abnormal semen reports identified?
If words like sperm count, morphology, motility, and other semen analysis parameters confuse you. Then this video is for you as you will understand what these words mean also be able to find answers to questions such as:
• 00:28 What is semen analysis test?
• 00:51 Why is it performed?
• 01:04 How is the semen analysis procedure done?
• 04:14 And lastly Understanding semen analysis report and distinguishing between normal and abnormal semen analysis.
So what is the semen analysis test?
Semen analysis also called seminogram or spermiogram. Semen essentially is the fluid containing sperms along with nutrients and enzymes that aid to nourish the sperm. So Semen analysis is the diagnostic test that is used to assess certain characteristics of a male's semen and sperm which are contained therein the sample.
Why is the semen analysis performed?
Semen analysis is a diagnostic test use to assess male fertility. And is done as part of a basic investigation to evaluate male fertility status.
How the Semen Analysis Procedure done?
Semen Analysis procedure is done as per the guidelines set by the World Health Organization semen analysis standards, 5th Edition being the latest edition to date.
It is first assessed visually to observe certain parameters, which is called Macroscopic Assessment, this includes
The volume, Color, pH, viscosity, liquefaction time.
Following macroscopic assessment Microscopic Assessment is done which is when the semen sample is observed for sperm and other cell types under the microscope. Assessment of sperm count, sperm motility, sperm morphology, sperm viability or vitality, also white blood cell count are some of the major parameters that are conducted as part of semen analysis.
Sperm concentration is the number of sperms determined in Millions per milliliters. This is achieved by the use of special counting chambers such as the Neubauer chamber as shown here. Normal sperm concentration is 15 Million Sperms per mL.
Sperm motility is another parameter which is observed of sperms and is the movement of sperm. Sperms are categorized as Progressive Motile (meaning they can move in a forward direction), can be Non- Progressive Motile as move from side to side and however, not in a straight path.
Sperm Motility is represented as a Percentage of total sperms. And 32% or greater Progressive Motility is considered normal.
Sperm morphology is another important parameter observed under the microscope, which analyses the shape/structure of the sperm. Normal Morphology is given as % of sperms analyzed and 4% or greater sperms are considered normal based on WHO semen analysis 5th Edition.
Interpretation & Understanding of Semen Analysis Report
The reference values are as per WHO Semen analysis 5th Edition standards. If your test values are within reference range then everything appears to be normal.
If however, the semen analysis reveals an abnormal finding. The exact parameter with the abnormal test value would be highlighted on the basis of which the semen classification is done.
For instance, asthenozoospermia classification is due to lower than normal % motility. Another example, if sperm morphology is lower than 4% which is the normal criteria it is classified as teratozoospermia. Similarly, other classifications are also assigned.
Reasons for Abnormal findings which may be due to hormonal imbalance, environmental exposure, infection, genetic reasons, etc. Your consulting doctor may, therefore, recommend additional tests or treatment plans accordingly.
So this concludes an overview of semen analysis, its purpose, procedure, and understanding of results.
❓❓❓Commonly Asked Questions ANSWERED❗
Q. What is semen made up of?
Semen is made up of sperms, secretions from the seminal vesicle, and prostatic fluid.
Q. How much sperm motility is normal?
Based on semen analysis Progressive Motile of ≥32% is considered normal. And total motility of ≥40%.
Q. What is Progressive Motility and Total Motility?
Progressive motility is the ability of sperms to move forward in a straight path hence terms progressively motile. Non-Progressive Motile sperms are those that also showcase movement, however, are not able to move in a straight path. Total motility is termed as the sum of % Progressive motility and %non-progressive motility.
Q. What is abnormal form sperm?
Abnormal form (morphology) sperm are those that either have defects in the head, midpiece, or tail structure of the sperm. Having abnormal form of sperms in a sample is not uncommon however, the % of normal morphology sperms in a sample should be ≥4% according to WHO Semen Analysis 5th Edition criteria to be considered normal.
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