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Patient Information Semen Analysis and Sperm DNA Fragmentation

Semen Analysis

A semen analysis is the first line of testing for male fertility.  This measures the quantity and basic functions of the sperm as follows:

  • Volume: the ejaculate should be 2ml or more in volume
  • Sperm count: this is the number of sperm and should be higher than 40 million sperm or 20 million sperm per ml
  • Motility: this indicates how well the sperm can swim and over 50% of sperm should be good swimmers
  • Morphology: this indicates that the sperm are well formed and not abnormal looking which might impede their ability to swim or penetrate the egg. There are usually a high number of abnormal forms in the sample, this is quite normal. Depending on how this is measured, the normal forms should be above 4% or perhaps higher than this depending on the lab
  • Anti-sperm antibodies: these are antibodies that bind to the sperm which interferes with their function. It is important to have this below 50%

 

DNA Fragmentation Test

Sperm deliver paternal DNA to the egg during fertilization. It is important that this DNA is of optimum quality to ensure the healthy development of the embryo and foetus.  Elevated DNA fragmentation is linked with infertility and miscarriage.

Men with an abnormal semen analysis may have increased DNA fragmentation also.  However, one in four men with a completely normal semen analysis will have increased DNA fragmentation.  Along with other experts in the field, we highly recommend carrying out this test along with the regular semen analysis at initial investigation.

Read more about male fertility and how we can help here and read more on our research in this area including a published medical paper here

 

Who should take this test?

  • Anyone is trying to conceive
  • Anyone who has already had a semen analysis but is still trying to conceive
  • Men going through assisted reproduction; IUI, IVF, IVF/ICSI
  • After failed attempts at assisted reproduction or recurrent miscarriages

 

Test Procedure

  • A semen analysis and DNA fragmentation test is carried out on the same semen sample
  • We refer to the Sims IVF clinic for semen analysis and DNA fragmentation tests but you may need to see a Nutritionist first for a referral; please ask us about our referral process.

 

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Testimonials

I just wanted to let you know that we had a beautiful baby. Please pass on our sincere thanks, we really appreciate it and obviously the fantastic result we achieved! Thanks to you for your very efficient and kind care during this time.A happy couple from Dublin
Thank you so much for all your help and support. We cannot believe our little miracle is here, I feel like we have won the lotto! I definitely think it was all the changes we made, she is a product of good nutrition!Anon, Carlow
I want to thank you for helping us both this year. Not only has my colitis settled down and I feel much better, you were also a huge part in helping us achieve our ultimate goal of getting pregnant. We will both be eternally grateful for this and thank you sincerely. D&GS, Galway
Compared to my last test 8 months ago the morphology increased from 3% to 35% and my DNA Fragmentation went from 37% to 22%. I could only have achieved these results with your assistance and expertise and would like to thank you for all the guidanceEP, Limerick
Thankfully we dramatically improved the quality of my eggs and were left with one viable embryo which went on to be a successful pregnancy! We are over the moon and thrilled with our little girl. I just wanted to send you an update to let you know and perhaps to give hope to others in a similar position and unsure about whether to try the nutritional approachSinead, Dublin
I feel so alive and energised. The added bonuses are a healthy BMI, normal cholesterol levels, 20kgs lighter and a reduction to my metabolic age by 20 years+. It has been so worth all the time and effort to create this new healthy lifestyle. Thank you for all your excellent advice and encouragement. Your professionalism and attention to detail has brought me to this transformed new state, a new me!Maria, Dublin
Since my first appointment the improvement in my health is amazing. Symptoms of my Inflammatory Bowel Disease have decreased and my energy levels have increased. My hair has become more conditioned and my nails are less brittle. I can honestly recommend a visit to Glenville Nutrition Clinic for a particular illness or as a boost to your general wellbeing E.K, Galway
I FINALLY I lost all the extra pounds I was holding for two years, and my digestion improved MASSIVELY!! Nothing compared to when I first came looking for help!! I WILL ALWAYS BE SO THANKFUL FOR THAT, you wouldn't believe how much good you did for me, I was lost. Fitness Instructor, Dublin
My journey with Glenville Nutrition has made a vast improvement in my health and well-being. You’ve helped me to adopt a completely new approach to food and healthy eating. To date I have lost 26 lbs. In just 7 weeks my cholesterol dropped from 5.8 to 4.4. My arthritic joints have vastly improved and I look forward to my daily walk. Friends and family have complimented me on how well I look!! Again my sincere thanks & appreciation of your excellent blend of professionalism, encouragement and compassion. Kathleen, Galway
I had expected the physical benefits, but the mental and emotional benefits were unexpected and glorious. I cannot recommend Glenville Nutrition highly enough. I think it is fair to say that working with them changed my life. Sometimes you don’t even realise how bad you feel until you start to feel better. That is a gift that you can give yourself. Sincerest thanks for all you did for me.Aisling, Kilkenny
I am so thrilled with having met you at Glenville Nutrition. The advice and supplements I have received is helping me enormously. I am feeling 1000 times better since I first started.Patient, Dublin

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