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Semen Analysis Interpretation
by goodfella115, Feb 06, 2008 10:03PM
Hi,
I was prompted to do a semin analysis b/c I have a varicocele. Just got back the results and after studying the numbers, I am looking for a little more clarity. Doctor says everything is ok but I want a second opinion.
Results are as follows:
Volume - 3ml
Colour - Gray White
Viscosity - NOrmal
pH - 7.9
Sperm Count - 60
Viability -85%
MOTILITY
rapid progression - 50%
average progression - 30%
slow or sluggish - 5%
non-motile - 15%
MORPHOLOGY
Normal Spermatozoa - 70%
Abnormal Forms - 30%
Leukocytes - 1-2HPF , HPF=High Powered Field
My concerns -
According to the world health organization, motility should be >50%. In my case, rapid progression is 50% but Average (or normal) progression is only 30% - should this be of concern?
Also, what are Leukocytes? Does their presence in semen indicate an infection?
Overall, what are your thoughts on my results?
Thanks in advance, I am eagerly awaiting your reply.
I was prompted to do a semin analysis b/c I have a varicocele. Just got back the results and after studying the numbers, I am looking for a little more clarity. Doctor says everything is ok but I want a second opinion.
Results are as follows:
Volume - 3ml
Colour - Gray White
Viscosity - NOrmal
pH - 7.9
Sperm Count - 60
Viability -85%
MOTILITY
rapid progression - 50%
average progression - 30%
slow or sluggish - 5%
non-motile - 15%
MORPHOLOGY
Normal Spermatozoa - 70%
Abnormal Forms - 30%
Leukocytes - 1-2HPF , HPF=High Powered Field
My concerns -
According to the world health organization, motility should be >50%. In my case, rapid progression is 50% but Average (or normal) progression is only 30% - should this be of concern?
Also, what are Leukocytes? Does their presence in semen indicate an infection?
Overall, what are your thoughts on my results?
Thanks in advance, I am eagerly awaiting your reply.
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My DH just had his done and they say they like to see 50% rapid motility after an hour, DH was less than 30% and so are chances are not great to concieve on our own, but definitly can happen, so I would think with 50% you should be fine.
StillTrying - my test says >50% Average (or normal) motility is normal while >25% Rapid Progression is normal. Best of luck to you.
I've google Leukocytes in semen but the answers seem to all be inconclusive and debatable. Any idea what the High Powered Field means?
StillTrying - my test says >50% Average (or normal) motility is normal while >25% Rapid Progression is normal. Best of luck to you.
I've google Leukocytes in semen but the answers seem to all be inconclusive and debatable. Any idea what the High Powered Field means?