maybe a dumb question

but what exactly does an SA consist of? I know what it stands for but how do they analyze the sperm and what do they do and ewhat does it tell them? Also where do you get this done?

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Michelle-it is a semen analysis. Basically, DH would provide a sample in a cup and they look at count, motility and morphology (shape)...I think I got that all down, and that was a great question!!!!!!

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here's all the things they test for with an SA:

Tests that may be done during a semen analysis include:

Volume. This is a measure of how much semen is present in one ejaculation.

Liquefaction time. Semen is a thick gel at the time of ejaculation and normally becomes liquid within 20 minutes after ejaculation. Liquefaction time is a measure of the time it takes for the semen to liquefy.

Sperm count. This is a count of the number of sperm present per milliliter (mL) of semen in one ejaculation.
Sperm morphology. This is a measure of the percentage of sperm that have a normal shape.

Sperm motility. This is a measure of the percentage of sperm that can move forward normally. The number of sperm that show normal forward movement in a certain amount of semen can also be measured (motile density).

pH. This is a measure of the acidity (low pH) or alkalinity (high pH) of the semen.
White blood cell count. White blood cells are not normally present in semen.

Fructose level. This is a measure of the amount of a sugar called fructose in the semen. The fructose provides energy for the sperm.

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