Semen Specimen Collection and Handling
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What is the minimum percentage of normal sperm forms using routine criteria?

  • Greater than 30% (correct)
  • Greater than 50%
  • Greater than 40%
  • Greater than 20%
  • Which of the following staining techniques is not mentioned as an option for sperm morphology evaluation?

  • Wright's stain
  • Giemsa stain
  • Romanowsky stain (correct)
  • Papanicolaou stain
  • What is the term for the evaluation of sperm morphology using additional parameters such as head, neck, and tail size, and acrosome size?

  • Kruger's strict criteria (correct)
  • Sperm morphology index
  • WHO criteria
  • Routine criteria
  • What is the purpose of peroxidase staining in semen analysis?

    <p>To differentiate between immature sperm and leukocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of sperm that should be evaluated for morphology?

    <p>At least 200 sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the test used to determine the percentage of live sperm in a semen sample?

    <p>Sperm vitality test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for collecting the complete semen specimen?

    <p>To ensure accurate sperm count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of collecting 2 or 3 specimens for fertility testing?

    <p>To confirm the presence of 2 abnormal specimens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of performing semen analysis?

    <p>To diagnose male infertility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended abstinence period for semen collection?

    <p>2-3 days or 2 days not more than 7 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of observing Standard Precautions during semen analysis?

    <p>To prevent exposure to HIV, herpes, and hepatitis viruses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of macroscopic examination in semen analysis?

    <p>To assess the appearance of the semen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal volume of semen?

    <p>2-5 mL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can cause incomplete specimen collection?

    <p>Improper functioning of seminal vesicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of jelly-like granules in semen?

    <p>They have no clinical significance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the normal pH range of semen?

    <p>7.2-8.0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can interfere with semen analysis?

    <p>Mucous strands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of high viscosity in semen?

    <p>It impedes testing for sperm motility</p> Signup and view all the answers

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