Semen Analysis, Strict Morphology - LG2715
| Epic Code: | LAB90553 | Epic Name: | Semen Analysis, Strict Morphology |
| Synonyms: | Sperm | ||
| Methodology: | Macroscopic and microscopic analysis. | ||
| Test Includes: | Liquefaction, viscosity, pH, volume, concentration, total number, motility, vitality, round cell concentration, and morphological interpretation of stained smear. | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Performed Mon-Fri and by appt only; results are reported within 5 business days | ||
| Special Instructions: | For further information, contact Diagnostic Andrology Laboratory at 612-672-4080; for patient scheduling, contact 612-672-4072. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Semen |
| Optimal Volume: | Submit entire collection |
| Container: | Container, Semen |
| Collection Instructions: | Physician instructs patient to abstain from ejaculation for 2-7 days before collection. Patient should collect specimen on-site. In limited circumstances the patient may collect specimen off-site. The laboratory provides instructions for off-site collection. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Specimen greater than 1 hour old. Unapproved container. Improper method of collection. |
| Contraindications: | Incomplete collection of ejaculate may result in decreased sperm number. |
Processing and Shipping
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | (Diagnostic Andrology Laboratory) |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: |
· WHO laboratory manual for the examination and processing of human semen – 5th Ed., 2010
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| Use: | Infertility studies, post vasectomy studies: diagnosis of azoospermia, oligozoospermia, asthenozoospermia |
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