Services for him
SERVICES FOR HIM Fertility services for men are, unfortunately, often overlooked in daily practice, with the primary focus resting almost entirely on the female partner. However, in almost half of all infertility cases, male parametres are a contributing factor and would greatly benefit from proper diagnosis and care. At EmbryoClinic, we look at the couple […]
Healthy fertility habits
Male factor infertility has been shown to be a component of the total couple’s infertility in 50% of all cases. Therefore, improvement of the male infertility may actually be what is needed to achieve pregnancy in a large number of cases and should not be overlooked. Warning signs Simple tips In most cases, there are […]
Semen analysis
Semen analysis is the cornerstone of male fertility assessment. It is a simple test that allows the assessment of a man’s sperm for its fertility potential through measurement of specific parametres and is often a prerequisite for any individual or couple seeking ART services. Sample collection Test results Results interpretation The technical process of conducting […]
Sperm culture
Sperm or semen culture is a complimentary test to semen analysis that helps determine whether there is an active infection present in the semen at the time of sample collection. Infections are known to affect sperm quality, therefore sperm culture provides valuable clinical information that will assist the fertility specialist in designing and implementing an […]
Hormone testing
This is a series of peripheral blood tests aimed at assessing the male reproductive potential. Several hormones produced by the body play a significant role in sperm production (spermatogenesis) or in the production of other hormones and substances which in turn affect or regulate sperm production. Tested hormones Testosterone (T) Testosterone is the primary sex […]
Basic sperm preparation
Sperm collection is the necessary first step in almost all ART treatments. Even if sperm parameters of the sample are found to be suboptimal, there are specialized laboratory techniques that are routinely applied in order for the sample to both be usable in ART procedures and to help improving its quality, via ensuring optimal condition […]
Advanced sperm preparation
In addition to the basic sperm preparation protocols, there are some more advanced techniques that our Lab can employ in more severe cases of male infertility. These advanced techniques allow for improved sperm selection and improve the chances of fertilization. The most notable of these techniques is microfluidic sorting. This technique utilizes specially prepared chips […]
Genetic testing
Genetic testing comprises a collection of tests with the aim to identify any genetic causes of male infertility, in addition to potential inherited conditions that may be passed down to the offspring during ART. These tests are performed using peripheral blood samples and once performed, their results are valid for life, since a person’s genome […]
DNA Fragmentation
DNA fragmentation is a form of DNA damage, whereby DNA strands break off into small pieces, compromising molecular integrity. DNA fragmentation in the sperm has been strongly associated with male infertility and poorer ART outcomes, with impaired embryo development, recurrent pregnancy loss and birth defects. Therefore, investigating its presence is an important part of male […]
Oxidative stress
Oxidative stress is caused by an increase in ROS (reactive oxygen species), which in turn may cause damage to our body’s cells and DNA and thus it may also affect semen quality. Increased oxidative stress has been shown to affect sperm morphology and motility, fertilization of the oocyte and ultimately DNA integrity. Diagnosis Indications Treatment […]