Patient's question:
Hello doctor, I would like to consult about the steps of a semen analysis and how many days of abstinence are required for the test. Recently, I've noticed that each time I ejaculate, the amount of semen is very little, so I want to have a semen analysis. What are the steps for this test? How much does it cost? How long does it take to get the results? For a routine semen analysis, how many days of abstinence are needed?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the normal volume of semen expelled by a man in one ejaculation is approximately 2 to 6 milliliters, and less than 1 milliliter is considered oligospermia. Oligospermia can cause sperm to lose vitality and function, leading to infertility. The reasons for reduced semen volume include: ① Obstruction of the vas deferens or congenital absence of the seminal vesicles; ② Disorders of the pituitary gland or interstitial cells of the testes, resulting in decreased gonadotropin levels or reduced estrogen, leading to decreased semen production; ③ Infectious diseases of the reproductive tract can also cause dysfunction of accessory glands, resulting in reduced semen production. It is recommended that you visit a hospital for relevant examinations to rule out underlying medical causes.