semen analysis

Question 1

How long should abstinence be before performing a semen analysis?

Answer 1

Semen analysis should be performed after a minimum of 3 days and a maximum of 5 days of abstinence.

Question 2

How soon should the semen sample be delivered to the lab?

Answer 2

The semen sample needs to be delivered to the lab within 1 hour.

Question 3

What is the normal volume for semen analysis?

Answer 3

The normal volume for semen analysis is > 1.5 ml.

Question 4

What is the normal pH for semen analysis?

Answer 4

The normal pH for semen analysis is > 7.2.

Question 5

What is the normal sperm concentration for semen analysis?

Answer 5

The normal sperm concentration for semen analysis is > 15 million/ml.

Question 6

What is the normal morphology percentage for semen analysis?

Answer 6

The normal morphology for semen analysis is > 4% normal forms.

Question 7

What is the normal motility percentage for semen analysis?

Answer 7

The normal motility for semen analysis is > 32% progressive motility.

Question 8

What is the normal vitality percentage for semen analysis?

Answer 8

The normal vitality for semen analysis is > 58% live spermatozoa.

Question 9

What reference values are these semen analysis parameters based on?

Answer 9

These semen analysis parameters are based on the NICE 2013 values.