Male fertility: Semen Volume, Motility and Morphology

Sperm Density in Relation to Infertility 

Normal sperm density is defined as greater than 20 million sperm/milliliter. When the density falls below 15 million the chances that a problem exists are much higher and when the density is less than 1 million it is almost certain that male infertility problems exists.

Volume
Normal semen volume is defined as greater than 2 milliliters. If the volume is low this could reflect an obstruction of the ducts, retrograde ejaculation, or not enough time has passed for the excess requirements to replenish the fluid in the ducts.

Motility

Normal sperm motility is defined as greater than 50 percent. When the motility consistently falls below 25 percent, the chances of a problem are much higher. When the motility consistently falls below five to 10 percent, the chances that fertility is normal is highly unlikely.

Morphology

There are several different systems for measuring sperm morphology. The two most common systems are Kruger and the World Health Organization. Each system has its own normal range.

When ejaculate does contain normal appearing sperm, the challenges of interpretation are similar to those in interpreting density and motility.

White Blood Cells

Too many white blood cells in ejaculate may indicate that the man has inflammation or infection of his genital tract, which may adversely affect sperm function.

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With acupuncture and herbal support, the fertility opportunity has increased in regards to Semen Volume, Motility and Morphology.