Originally posted 2022-12-02 04:39:06.
A semen analysis has shown that I have abnormal sperm morphology. What does this mean?
The size and shape of the sperm is one aspect that is looked at as part of a semen analysis to assess male infertility. The percentage of sperm that appear normal when semen is viewed under a microscope is used to report sperm morphology results.
The head and tail of typical sperm are shaped like an oval. Sperm with head or tail deformities, such as an oversized or malformed head or a crooked or double tail, are considered abnormal. The sperm’s ability to reach and enter an egg may be hampered by these flaws. However, it’s not unusual to have a lot of sperm that are misshaped. In a typical semen sample, only 4% to 10% of the sperm are normal, which means that the vast majority don’t appear flawless under the microscope.
Sperm morphology is a subject that has little scientific understanding. The same semen sample, in the same lab, using the same scoring methodology, can result in different scores. The majority of male fertility specialists concur that the role of sperm morphology in predicting pregnancy is unclear and that, unless nearly 100% of the sperm are abnormal, it is a poor predictor of infertility.
A typical semen assay evaluates: in addition to sperm morphology:
- Semen volume
- Total sperm number
- Sperm concentration
- Vitality (percent alive)
- Movement (motility)
A negative semen analysis does not necessarily indicate infertility. Even though it might take longer, many men with low semen analysis values can still become parents. Assisted reproductive technology, such as in vitro fertilization, may be an option if you and your partner are unable to conceive through sexual activity.
Tags : Low Sperm Count, ED, PE, Infertility, Male Infertility, Female Infertility
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