Patient's question:
How many days of abstinence are required for a routine semen analysis? I've been married for two years, but my wife hasn't been pregnant yet. She has been to the hospital for multiple checkups, and everything has been normal. With no other options, I'm considering getting a fertility test done at the hospital. I'd like to know how many days of abstinence are needed for a semen test.Doctor's answer:
Hello, semen analysis requires abstinence for two to three days in advance, otherwise it will affect the test results.Normal semen volume is 2-6 mL, and the normal pH value is 7-8.
Viscosity: When a glass rod touches liquefied semen and is gently lifted, it forms a semen thread. Normally, its length is less than 2 cm.
Sperm density: Greater than 20 million/ml.
Total sperm count: Greater than 40 million/ml.
Motility: Greater than 60%.
Progression: Grade 3, most sperm move in a straight line.
Sperm morphology: Normal-shaped sperm account for more than 50%.
White blood cells: Less than 10 per high-power field under a microscope.
Review the test results to identify the specific cause, which can then improve sperm quality.