Spermatests
Spermatests, also known as semen analysis or sperm count tests, are laboratory examinations of a semen sample. This type of test is primarily used to assess male fertility. It evaluates several parameters of the semen, including the volume of ejaculate, the concentration of sperm (sperm count), the motility of the sperm (how well they move), and the morphology of the sperm (their shape).
The procedure typically involves collecting a semen sample through masturbation after a period of abstinence, usually
Abnormal results in a spermatest can indicate various issues affecting fertility, such as low sperm count (oligozoospermia),
Spermatests are a fundamental tool in the evaluation of male infertility and can also be used to