Understanding Male Fertility
Male factor infertility contributes to 50% of cases globally. Testing is painless, fast, and forms the critical first half of any successful fertility journey.
Book a Semen AnalysisWhat We Look For
A basic semen analysis is the gold standard for diagnosing male infertility. We analyze three primary distinct metrics in our laboratory:
1. Sperm Count (Concentration)
The total number of sperm present per milliliter of semen. A healthy count is typically above 15 million/mL.
2. Motility (Movement)
The percentage of sperm that are moving efficiently forward. Essential for swimming up the reproductive tract.
3. Morphology (Shape)
The percentage of sperm that have a normal shape (head, midpiece, and tail). Abnormal shape can prevent fertilization.
Lifestyle Factor Calculator
See how your current habits theoretically impact spermatogenesis.
Advanced Solutions for Severe Cases
If standard testing reveals significant abnormalities, our partner labs employ cutting-edge microscopic techniques.
DNA Fragmentation Testing
Standard tests don't reveal DNA damage. If a patient experiences recurrent miscarriages or failed IVF, we test for DNA breaks in the sperm head, which is highly sensitive to oxidative stress and age.
ICSI (Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection)
A revolutionary technique where our embryologists select a single, healthiest-looking sperm and inject it directly into the egg during IVF. This entirely bypasses the need for the sperm to swim or penetrate the egg shell on its own.
Stop Assuming, Start Testing
In couples trying to conceive, it is a clinical error to only test the female partner. Testing the male is much cheaper, less invasive, and much faster. Always test both partners simultaneously.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is male infertility common?
Yes. In roughly 40-50% of couples struggling to conceive, male factor infertility is a primary or contributing cause. It is absolutely essential to test both partners simultaneously.
How does lifestyle affect sperm?
Smoking, excessive alcohol, obesity, and poor diet generate oxidative stress, which damages sperm DNA and reduces motility (swimming speed) and morphology (shape).
How long does it take for sperm to improve after lifestyle changes?
Spermatogenesis takes approximately 70-90 days. Therefore, any beneficial lifestyle changes (quitting smoking, taking supplements) will take about 3 months to show up in a semen analysis.
Can low sperm count be treated?
Yes. Many cases can be treated with hormone therapy (like Clomid), lifestyle changes, or surgical extraction. For severe cases, IVF with ICSI bypasses the issue entirely by injecting a single sperm directly into the egg.