Semen Analysis

Question 1

Where does sperm mature?

Answer 1

Epididymis

Question 2

How long does sperm take to mature?

Answer 2

90 days

Question 3

What is the role of the Seminal Vesicles?

Answer 3

Produce the majority of fluid in sperm
High concentration of Fructose and Flavin

Question 4

What is significant about Fructose and Flavin respectively?

Answer 4

Fructose: Sperm motility energy
Flavin: Gray color of semen

Question 5

What is responsible for the coagulation and liquefaction of semen?

Answer 5

The Prostate Gland

Question 6

What provides a thick mucus that helps neutralize acidity from the prostate and vagina?

Answer 6

Bulbourethral Glands
Without this, sperm motility would diminish

Question 7

Why is complete collection essential?

Answer 7

Accurate testing of fertility and post vasectomy

Question 8

How should we store specimens waiting for analysis?

Answer 8

Kept at 37 C

Question 9

What is Post Vasectomy Semen Analysis used for?

Answer 9

Check for presence or absence of sperm