The spermmogram test aims to assess the quantity and quality of a man’s sperm, and is primarily requested to investigate the cause of the couple’s infertility, for example. In addition, the spermogram is also usually requested after vasectomy surgery and to evaluate the functioning of the testicles.
The sperm count is a simple test that is performed from the analysis of a semen sample that must be taken by the man in the laboratory after masturbation. To ensure that the test result is not interrupted, it is recommended that the man do not have sex 2 to 5 days before the test and, in some cases, it may be recommended that the sample be taken with an empty eye.
- A sample of semen is required to perform the examination.
- Which should preferably be collected in the laboratory itself by masturbation.
- And in some cases fasting may be recommended.
- The duration of which should be determined by the doctor.
- The ejaculated material is deposited in a specific container provided by the laboratory and sent for analysis.
It is important that a man does not have sex or any other action that causes ejaculation 2 to 5 days before taking the test, as this can influence the total amount of sperm present in semen. In addition, masturbation for collection should not be performed with lubricants, as they may interfere with the test result.
Typically, laboratories do not accept sperm that have not been collected at the clinic itself and it is not recommended to collect sperm after removal or use a condom, as this can also interfere with the test result.
Semen analysis is performed in two stages, the first is a macroscopic analysis and the second is a microscopic analysis. Both steps are essential to evaluate the quality and quantity of sperm capable of fertilizing an egg, indicating the reproductive capacity of humans.
Macroscopic analysis, i.e. at first glance, takes into account the evaluation of criteria such as viscosity, color, pH, volume and the time it takes for sperm to become completely liquid, which is called liquefaction. Microscopic analysis involves the analysis of criteria that can only be visualized under a microscope, such as sperm concentration per ml and total ejaculated volume, motility, vitality and morphology.
Based on laboratory analysis, a report is published containing all the parameters related to the review in accordance with the recommendations of the World Health Organization Understanding how to interpret the spermogram result.
Normally, the urologist indicates the sperm count when the couple has difficulty getting pregnant, thus looking for whether the man is able to produce viable sperm in sufficient quantities. In addition, this may be indicated when a man has a genetic, physical or immunological signal that can interfere with male fertility.
Thus, the spermmogram is performed to evaluate the functioning of the testicles and the integrity of the epididymis, thus analyzing the quality and quantity of artificial sperm.
Depending on the spermogram result and human clinical condition, the urologist may recommend additional tests, such as:
In addition to these additional tests, your doctor may recommend seminal frostbite if the man is undergoing or undergoing chemotherapy.