Y-Chromosome Microdeletion Test
Y-chromosome microdeletion testing helps explain some cases of severe male infertility. Learn who should be tested and what AZFa, AZFb…
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Genetic Testing in Male Infertility
Genetic testing can explain some cases of azoospermia or severe low sperm count and affect sperm-retrieval and family planning. Learn…
Low Testosterone and Male Infertility
Low testosterone can contribute to infertility, but testosterone treatment may suppress sperm. Learn which tests and fertility-preserving options may help.
High FSH in Male Infertility
High FSH often suggests the testes are working harder to produce sperm, but it does not prove sperm retrieval will…
Hormonal Tests for Male Infertility
FSH, LH, testosterone and selected hormone tests can help identify the cause of male infertility. Learn which tests are useful…
Fever and Sperm Count: When to Repeat Test
Fever can temporarily lower sperm count and motility for weeks. Learn when to repeat semen analysis and when not to…
Abstinence Before Semen Test
Most semen tests use 2-7 days of abstinence. Learn why too short or too long an interval can change results…
Repeat Semen Analysis: Why It Is Needed
One semen analysis can vary naturally. Learn when an abnormal result should be repeated, why timing matters and when severe…
Sperm Agglutination
Sperm agglutination means sperm are sticking to each other. Learn how it differs from simple aggregation, what can cause it…
Semen Liquefaction Problem
Delayed semen liquefaction can affect laboratory assessment. Learn why it happens, how it differs from viscosity and when repeat testing…
Low Semen Volume
Low semen volume can result from incomplete collection, short abstinence, retrograde ejaculation, obstruction or hormone problems. Learn how it is…
Pus Cells in Semen Report
Pus cells or white blood cells in semen do not automatically mean infection. Learn what the report means, when cultures…