Can I check my sperm count at home?

Home sperm tests require ejaculation into a collection cup. While procedures vary for transferring semen and completing the test, results are typically available within a few minutes. The tests work by detecting a protein found only in sperm.

How can I get my sperm tested?

First, doctors will request a semen analysis – a test to look at your sperm. You ejaculate into a cup, and your sperm will be analyzed under a microscope. To get the best results, do not ejaculate for two to five days before your visit.

Is there a test to check sperm quality?

A semen analysis is a lab test that evaluates sperm count, motility, morphology and more. It can be a fertility test in men or confirm that a vasectomy was successful. For accurate results, follow instructions and provide a clean sample. Abnormal results often mean that more testing is necessary.

How much does a sperm count test cost?

Depending on the different parameters that are tested, the cost can range anywhere from Rs. 70 to Rs. 4000. High-end, specialized clinics also offer the advanced test in connection with semen analysis.

What is the most fertile age for a man?

Another study that evaluated the relationship between age and semen parameters also concluded that male fertility decline begins at 35, and suggested that male fertility peaks between 30 and 35. Bottom line: Men generally see a decrease in fertility beginning at 35, and the decline progresses from there.

How can a man check if he is fertile?

These can include:

  1. Scrotal ultrasound. This test uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images inside your body.
  2. Transrectal ultrasound. A small, lubricated wand is inserted into your rectum.
  3. Hormone testing.
  4. Post-ejaculation urinalysis.
  5. Genetic tests.
  6. Testicular biopsy.
  7. Specialized sperm function tests.

When is sperm the strongest?

As we outlined above, sperm counts are typically highest after waiting for two days, but sperm quality is negatively affected after seven days.

What are the signs of low sperm count in a man?

Low sperm count symptoms might include:

  • Problems with sexual function — for example, low sex drive or difficulty maintaining an erection (erectile dysfunction)
  • Pain, swelling or a lump in the testicle area.
  • Decreased facial or body hair or other signs of a chromosome or hormone abnormality.