Patient's question:
Hello, I want to ask how many days of abstinence are required for a routine semen analysis? I have abstained for one day. Can I go to the hospital to do a routine semen analysis now? If the time is not enough, how many more days are needed? My wife has been trying to get pregnant for a long time, and I am now eager to go to the hospital for a check-up. How many days of abstinence are required for a routine semen analysis?Doctor's answer:
Hello, your abstinence days are not yet enough; you still need to abstain for three more days to undergo the examination. A too short period of abstinence can lead to misdiagnosis. Misdiagnosis can result in incorrect treatment.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 are advised to abstain for five to seven days before the examination. Semen is an important part of life; if there are issues, it can 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.