Patient's question:
How many days of abstinence are required before a semen analysis can be performed? I've been married for two years, but my wife hasn't been pregnant yet. She has been to the hospital for multiple check-ups, and all the results have been normal. With no other options, I plan to have an infertility check-up at the hospital. I'd like to know how many days of abstinence are generally required for a semen analysis.Doctor's answer:
Hello, the precautions to note before an infertility examination are: 1. Abstinence for 3-7 days: There are many things to pay attention to before a male infertility examination. To ensure the accuracy of the semen test, men should first abstain for 3-5 days before the examination, not exceeding 7 days. Abstinence also includes masturbation and nocturnal emissions. Less than 3 days or more than 7 days may affect the accuracy of the sperm quality assessment.