Male fertility issues play a role for more than one-third of couples who experience difficulty conceiving. For this reason, a semen analysis is one of the first tests performed at the Hannam Fertility Centre. During the semen analysis, a number of tests are performed. These tests measure the amount of semen a man produces, and also assess the number and quality (including motility) of the sperm.
Here is a summary of the most common tests that we will order for men when confirming their fertility potential. Not all tests are appropriate for all men; your Doctor will advise which tests are right for you.
Standard semen analysis:
- Volume
- Count
- Motility
- Morphology
Newer sperm tests currently available:
- DNA fragmentation
- Sperm penetration/binding assays
- Direct DNA (FISH) analysis
- Autoantibodies to sperm
Frequently ordered mens’ tests:
- Hormonal screen
- Autoimmune screen
- Karyotype and Y microdeletion
- Physical exam/scrotal and transrectal ultrasound to look for varicocele and other testicular anomalies