Why Should Man Get a Vitality Test?
Distinguish Your Live Sperm from Dead Sperm
Vitality testing helps determine the proportion of live vs. dead sperm in an ejaculate, offering a clearer picture of sperm quality. This distinction is essential because only live sperm can fertilize an egg and result in conception.
Typically, about 20-30% of sperm in a semen sample are dead in a typical healthy male ejaculation. However, this can vary depending on factors like age, lifestyle, health conditions, and the overall quality of sperm.
Sperm Viability refers to the proportion of sperm that are alive and capable of fertilizing an egg. The remaining 70-80% of sperm are typically alive, though not all will necessarily be motile or able to fertilize an egg, especially if there are issues with motility or morphology.