Abnormal Semen Analysis
A semen analysis microscopically looks at a man’s semen checking for abnormalities.
A semen analysis can come back abnormal if the semen volume, sperm count, sperm morphology (shape) or sperm motility (ability to move) do not meet the medical standards set by the international health organizations.
An abnormal semen analysis may indicate a possible male factor contributing to a couple’s infertility, which can be a sole or contributing factor in about two-thirds of all infertility cases. Depending on the possible causes of a man’s abnormal semen analysis, options are available that can help.
Some people use the words sperm & semen interchangeable, but they are different. Semen is the fluid emitted from the penis during ejaculation. Sperm cells are one component of the semen.
Causes of Abnormal Semen Analysis
There are many causes behind an abnormal semen analysis, few of the reasons include, Having certain past or present infections, Having experienced trauma to the testicles, Using testosterone, Being exposed to toxins, Having a vasectomy or major abdominal or pelvic surgery, Previously or currently having an undescended testicle(s), Having certain medical conditions including tumors and chronic illnesses.