Tests that may be done during a semen analysis include:
1.Volume. This is a measure of how much semen is present in one ejaculation.
2.Liquefaction time. Semen is a thick gel at the time of ejaculation and normally becomes liquid within 20 minutes after ejaculation. Liquefaction time is a measure of the time it takes for the semen to liquefy.
3.Sperm count. This is a count of the number of sperm present per milliliter (mL) of semen in one ejaculation.
4.Sperm morphology. This is a measure of the percentage of sperm that have a normal shape.
5.Sperm motility. This is a measure of the percentage of sperm that can move forward normally. The number of sperm that show normal forward movement in a certain amount of semen can also be measured (motile density).
6.PH. This is a measure of the acidity (low pH) or alkalinity (high pH) of the semen.
White blood cell count. White blood cells are not normally present in semen.
7.Fructose level. This is a measure of the amount of a sugar called fructose in the semen. The fructose provides energy for the sperm.
All the above tests are important to determine whether
a man has a reproductive problem that is causing infertility.
Good luck
Dr. Lee
