How long to wait for the spermogram result?

Spermogram is a method of laboratory diagnostics. According to the mechanism of production, it is non-invasive, since there is no violation of the integrity of the skin. Because of this, she gained such great popularity. A spermogram is performed to assess the state of the reproductive system and determine the functional abilities of the genitals, in particular the testicles and appendages, as well as the prostate gland.

Currently, a spermogram is performed in many medical institutions and in some cases it is not necessary to receive a referral from a specialist. Therefore, a modern man can donate sperm for prophylaxis, especially if he regularly uses drugs or suffers from a chronic disease that affects spermatogenesis.

Men are interested in the question of how a spermogram is performed and how long the result is.

Indications for semen analysis

Many men are forced to take a spermogram in order to determine the quality of sperm and the amount of semen.

• At the stage of planning pregnancy in a married couple, for the possible exclusion of pathologies.
• When diagnosing infertility in a married couple with the aim of preventing the male factor.
• Before preparing for an in vitro fertilization procedure.
• Delivery of biological material for the ICSI procedure.
• In order to preserve biological material for subsequent insemination procedures before possible toxic effects on the body, treated therapy or surgery, which can lead to serious complications and problems with the subsequent possibility of having children.
• For control during the treatment of severe pathologies associated with the involvement of the reproductive system.
• After traumatic effects on the pelvic organs or scrotum organs.
• A man needs a spermogram after surgery on the testicles or prostate gland.
• That is why many men are interested in the question of how long a spermogram is done.

Rules for obtaining material for spermogram

It should be noted that in some cases, obtaining spermogram results may be delayed due to certain rules aimed at preparing for the test. In each case, there may be individual amendments, which will depend on the reason why the man is sent for research. But, there are also basic rules that are common to all men.

Among them are the following:

• Before taking a spermogram, a man needs to apply abstinence not only from sexual contact, but also masturbation, accompanied by ejaculation. For the purpose of a full assessment, a certain time is needed, which will be required for the full production of germ cells. On average, it is at least 3 days, but no more than a week. Changing these time intervals can lead to a violation of exponential.
• The use of alcoholic products is also of great importance. A man must completely exclude products containing alcohol at least a week before the expected delivery. If a man, before consulting a specialist, consumes alcohol for a long time or in large quantities, the time before delivery is delayed in some cases up to a month for the complete removal of decay products.
• Smoking. A man is advised to completely eliminate tobacco products from his life, but if the volume of cigarettes smoked is large, then the number must be reduced as much as possible.
• Men who are fond of going to baths or saunas, as well as taking long baths, need to change the way of washing a week before the delivery of biological material. It is preferable to use a shower during this time. It can also be seats in heated cars, leading to an increase in local temperatures.
• Antibiotics and strong pain relievers should be stopped at least two weeks before the expected date. Stop taking other medications a week or 10 days before.

Repeated sperm analysis

In some cases, the man and the doctor may need to re-examine the semen. Most often this occurs when carrying out therapeutic measures in the event of an initial change in sperm with a possible reversible cause. For example, these are traumatic effects, acute inflammation and medication. After the use of drugs, a second spermogram should be prescribed no earlier than 3 months later. Such a time frame is associated with the required time for excretion of substances and subsequent full production of sperm.

After surgical interventions on the genitals, especially the testicles and vas deferens, a second spermogram will be submitted without fail.Delivery is scheduled about a month after the intervention, subject to its successful completion, as well as the absence of postoperative complications.

Possible errors during sperm analysis

In some cases, to obtain an accurate result, a resubmission may be required and it will be associated with errors when receiving the material.

These include:

• Thoroughly wash the genitals, in particular the penis. Due to the possible residual urine or sperm from the previous contact of leukocytes, the previous residues will enter. This should be done carefully, using warm water without special means. It should not be allowed to traumatize the mucous membranes while washing the genitals.
• Collect the entire volume of the received content in a container for delivery. It is impossible to donate sperm in portions, as a decrease in volume can provoke a false result.
• Contact with dirty hands, through which a significant amount of white blood cells and other impurities can enter.
• The presence of tumors or injuries in the area of the urethra or on the head of the penis. In this case, in addition to the leukocyte mass, blood with pus and other biological fluids may also enter.

Based on the parameters and conditions described above, we can conclude that the analysis of the spermogram, or rather the timing of its receipt, is rather individual values that only a doctor can determine.