Patient's question:
What should be noted when checking sperm? My wife and I have had sexual intercourse many times, but she has not shown any signs of pregnancy yet. Could this be related to my sperm? I want to check if there are any problems with my sperm. What are the things to pay attention to when checking sperm at the hospital?Doctor's answer:
Before a semen analysis, the patient should abstain from sexual activity for 4 to 7 days. One week before the test, testosterone propionate, testosterone phenylacetate, and norethandrolone should not be used. During semen collection, the penis can be massaged with mild soap or petroleum jelly, and the sample should be collected in a sterile test tube. Alternatively, a condom (cleaned and free of spermicides) or the coitus interruptus method can be used, but the amount collected this way is often insufficient. If the above methods fail to collect semen, rectal massage of the seminal vesicles and the terminal part of the vas deferens, or urethral compression to collect urine can be performed to check for sperm in the sediment. Do not expose semen to excessively hot or cold environments. It should be promptly delivered to the doctor for examination, within 30 minutes. On cold days, take precautions to keep it warm and place it in a pocket inside your clothing to maintain temperature during transport.