Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I would like to ask how many days of abstinence are required before a semen analysis? We have been married for two years, but my wife has not been pregnant yet. She has been to the hospital for tests many times, and all the results were normal. Out of desperation, I plan to have an infertility test at the hospital. I would like to know how many days of abstinence are needed before the semen test.Doctor's answer:
Hello, your abstinence days are not yet sufficient; you still need to abstain for three more days to undergo the examination. A too short period of abstinence can lead to misdiagnosis. Errors in treatment may occur.A routine semen analysis for men typically takes about three to four hours to get results, while semen analysis results are usually available within an hour. Men should abstain for five to seven days before the examination. Semen is an important part of life; if there are issues, it may prevent women from becoming pregnant. It is recommended that you promptly seek treatment at a formal infertility and subfertility specialty hospital, follow the doctor's advice, actively cooperate with the treatment, and avoid missing the best opportunity for treatment. Wishing you good luck with your pregnancy.