General Information About the Test
Test Process and Preparation
Yes. To obtain the most accurate cell count, a period of "sexual abstinence" (no ejaculation by any means) of at least 3 and at most 5 days is mandatory before the test. Abstinence of less than 2 days or more than 7 days will inaccurately affect the results.
Sperm are very sensitive to temperature changes outside the body. For this reason, the gold standard is for the sample to be provided in special, quiet rooms allocated for this purpose in hospitals and delivered to the laboratory without losing any time.
No. Stress, a recent febrile illness, fatigue, or the use of medications can temporarily impair sperm values. When an abnormal test result is obtained, the test is generally requested to be repeated after 3-4 weeks.
The information on this page is for informational purposes only. The results of medical tests must be evaluated by specialist physicians.
