The Importance of Sperm Count in Reproduction and Fertility

Infertility is a problem faced by one in every five couples. Among 45% of couples who face the issue of infertility, the cause is attributed to the male. Male infertility hugely depends on sperm production and transfer. Healthy sperms will eradicate chances of abnormal sperms and hence cause the individual to be more fertile.

The major reasons that are attributed to male infertility are low sperm count, blockage and abnormally shaped sperms. Production of low amounts of sperm cells is called Oligospermia and the more severe it is, the lesser the chances are for an individual to father a child.

It is estimated that healthy men have up to 100 million sperm cells. A high sperm count also reduces any chances of disorders in the conception. A high sperm count results in almost a hundred percent chance of an egg being fertilised by a sperm. Hence it is important to make an effort to increase the sperm count, for a healthy reproductive life.

Importance of Sperm Count Testing

The semen analysis test or sperm counting test analyses the viability and health of the sperm cells in an individual. The semen analysis measures three major factors:

• Number of sperm
• The shape of sperm
• Sperm motility

Semen analysis is very often recommended when a couple faces fertility issues. This test helps to check male fertility, as well as deduce causes behind the low sperm count if any.  Two to three samples of semen are studied to gather an accurate set of information. Semen analyses are integral to ensure the sperms are of great health and that the body remains fertile.