Improving Sperm DNA Fragmentation Before IVF
Sperm DNA fragmentation refers to damage within the genetic material carried by sperm. While standard semen analysis looks at sperm count, movement, and shape, it does not assess DNA quality.…
How Long Does It Take to Improve Sperm Quality Before IVF?
When preparing for IVF, attention often focuses on egg quality and ovarian stimulation. However, sperm health plays an equally important role in fertilisation, embryo development, and overall IVF success. Many…
When to use Advanced Sperm Preparation / Selection Techniques with ICSI
When couples are preparing for IVF or ICSI, much of the focus is often placed on ovarian reserve, egg quality, and treatment protocols. However, male fertility plays an equally important…
Globozoospermia
This patient attended our clinic for a Semen Analysis after having a test with the NHS, which had identified simple Teratozoospermia – abnormal sperm morphology. However, upon closer examination, our…
Microscopic image from a post-vasectomy semen analysis demonstrating rare non-motile sperm.
Post Vasectomy – Rare Non-Motile Sperm
A vasectomy is a form of contraception in which doctors snip the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles. Although early failure of the procedure is rare, it can occur…
Genetic Causes of Male Infertility
Genetic factors play an important role in male fertility. In some men, inherited or spontaneous genetic changes can interfere with sperm production, sperm transport, or hormone regulation. While a genetic…
Sperm DNA Fragmentation
Sperm quality is not just about sperm count, motility or morphology. Even when standard semen analysis results appear normal, damage to the DNA inside sperm can affect fertility outcomes. This…
Azoospermia
Azoospermia is a condition where no sperm are found in the semen. While this diagnosis can feel alarming, it is important to know that azoospermia does not always mean permanent…
Varicocele
Varicocele and Male Fertility: What You Need to Know Varicocele is one of the most common and treatable causes of male infertility, yet many men have never heard of it…
Microscopic image demonstrating sperm agglutination associated with antisperm antibodies.
Positive Antisperm Antibody Test
This patient came to us after an NHS Semen Analysis failed to pick up any issues. We were able to identify immunological infertility from a very strong antisperm antibody test…