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Semen Analysis

Also known as: Sperm analysis, Sperm count, Seminal fluid analysis
Related tests: Antisperm antibody test
At A Glance
 
Why get tested?
To learn about the health of your reproductive organs, particularly if your partner is having trouble becoming pregnant, or after a vasectomy to determine if the operation was successful

When to get tested?
When you think you might have a fertility problem or after you have had a vasectomy

Sample required?
A semen sample collected in a sterile, wide-mouth container provided by the lab

Note: Follow carefully instructions that are provided to you for sample collection.



This article was last reviewed on July 8, 2006.
 
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