Semen consists of 5% spermatozoa and 95% seminal plasma, which is mainly derived from the secretions of the seminal vesicle and prostate.
The seminal vesicle contributes 65% of the volume of semen, while the prostate is responsible for approximately 25%. The urethral and bulbourethral glands contribute 1% with a lubricating secretion.
It is all these secretions that give sperm its characteristic consistency, thick after ejaculation and then more liquid.
Read the full article on: How does semen density affect fertility? ( 78).
By Andrea Rodrigo B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Rut Gómez de Segura M.D. (gynecologist) and Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist).
Last Update: 05/10/2021
