When a man has a semen analysis to study the quality of his semen, it is important to respect the time of abstinence. It is normal to have around 3-5 days of abstinence before performing a semen analysis. If the period of abstinence is longer, the result of the semen analysis may show a high concentration of spermatozoa and motility problems.
In addition, if the period of abstinence is shorter than recommended or not at all, the semen analysis result would also be unrealistic.
Read the full article on: What Happens at Your First Fertility Clinic Appointment? ( 45).
By Laura García de Miguel M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Valeria Sotelo M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist) and Sandra Fernández B.A., M.A. (fertility counselor).
Last Update: 06/24/2021
