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Male Infertility Test - Comprehensive Information on Male Infertility and Types of Male Infertility Tests
Male infertility test
Health experts believe that in about fifty percent of infertility cases among couples can be because of problems with the man. Infertility problems with the man can be the main reason behind not being able to conceive. Thus, if a couple is unable to conceive, even the man should get tested. A lot of men feel embarrassed to go in for an infertility test, but the bright side of this is that if the problem is identified and corrected, then the couple will be able to start a family soon. This way, the woman does not have to put up with a battery of tests that are both expensive and uncomfortable.
Evaluation of initial male infertility
Infertility is diagnosed by doctors, when a couple has been trying to conceive by having unprotected and regular intercourse for 12 months or more. This is often termed as impaired fertility, and it is believed that several couples, who keep trying, will be able to conceive in the second or third year.
To check for male infertility, it is advisable to visit a urologist. This is what the urologist might ask and examine you for:
• He’ll ask you about your complete reproductive and medical history as well as any surgeries you’ve had, and medicines that you’ve taken.
• You’ll be asked about your lifestyle habits – your exercise schedule, if you smoke and use drugs.
• The urologist will also conduct a physical examination.
• The physician will ask you about any previous sexually transmitted diseases, problems with sex, and about your sexual life.
• You will need to provide semen that will be analysed.
Types of Male Infertility Tests
Here are some of the tests that are conducted to determine if a man has any infertility issues.
Sperm and Semen Analysis
A man’s semen is analysed, and his sperm count, movement of sperm, shape, and other variables are ascertained through this test. A lot of normal-shaped sperm connotes that the man is fertile. However, there are exceptions to this. If the first test shows normal results, then another test might be ordered to confirm the results. Further tests might be essential to zero down on the problem.
Physical examination
A thorough physical examination is done to check for varicocoeles, which hint about hormonal problems. The size of the testes is measured and the physical examination is generally carried out by a urologist.
Hormone evaluation
Testestorone as well as several other hormones in the brain control the production of sperm.
Genetic testing
Certain genetic tests are done to identify fertility and sperm-related problems.
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June 9, 2010 |
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