Sperm analysis helps to assess a man’s fertility
Male infertility
- If the couple has not conceived a child within one year despite regular unprotected sex, it is recommended that both the woman and the man undergo fertility tests.
- In 20-50% of cases, couple infertility can be on the male side.
- Male infertility can arise from genetic causes or develop as a result of diseases suffered during life. The influence of lifestyle and the environment around us on fertility should certainly not be underestimated.
What is a sperm test?
Sperm analysis is a basic test of male fertility, which is used to examine how many sperm cells are present in a man’s seminal fluid and to assess the motility and shape of sperm cells. Sperm analysis provides information on whether a couple’s infertility may be on the male side.
Semen analysis is given in the clinic in a private room designated for this purpose. In order for the sperm analysis results to be as accurate as possible, at least 2-5 days must have passed since the last ejaculation, but no more than 7 days.
The results of the sperm analysis are based on the limits set by the World Health Organization (WHO).
| Basic study of sperm cells | WHO limit values |
|---|---|
| Amount of sperm (ml) | 1.5 |
| Sperm cell concentration (mil/ml) | 15 |
| Total number of sperm cells (million) | 39 |
| Proportion of motile sperm cells (%) | 32 |
| Number of sperm cells with normal shape (%) | 4% |
| pH | =/> 7.2 |
| Number of round cells (mil/ml) | < 1 |
| MAR test (%)* *MAR test is performed as an additional examination | <50 |
Additional research
In addition to the basic sperm test, there are several additional tests that help clarify the causes of male infertility, determine treatment, if necessary, or choose a suitable in vitro fertilization method.
- MAR IgG test – Anti-sperm antibody test. The MAR IgG test is a recommended additional test for the very first sperm analysis.
- HaloSperm – the study shows whether and to what extent there are breaks in the DNA of sperm cells.
- Determination of IL-6 from seminal fluid – a marker of local inflammation.
- HBA – the test shows the proportion of mature sperm cells. The HBA test helps assess sperm quality, maturity and fertilization potential.
You can register for a sperm analysis at the Ovumia Tallinn clinic without a referral.
- Pre-registration by phone: (+372) 6 059 609
- Location: Tammsaare Business Center 4th floor (right wing), AH Tammsaare tee 47, Tallinn.
- Ovumia Tallinn cooperates with the Men’s Clinic of UT Clinic .
If you would like more information about your sperm test results, we recommend consulting a doctor.