A quick guide to performing this test:
- The sample should be taken within 3-7 days after the last ejaculation.
- Using masturbation, the semen should be collected directly into the sperm collection cup.
- Do not touch the seed sample with your hands, a napkin or any other material, as you may contaminate it.
- Shake the container with the seed sample evenly, set it aside and leave it at room temperature for 1 hour to liquefy.
Procedure:
- Use the seed transfer tool to take the required amount of sample (follow the 0.1 ml mark).
- Pour the seed sample into the sample dilution buffer bottle provided and close tightly with the dropper and cap on.
- To mix the sample, turn it up and down several times (up to 10 times is recommended).
- Use the test cassette in the sealed foil package to test your sample. Hold the test cassette on a flat surface and apply twp drops of the sample in the test (S) area.
- Read the result after 5 minutes.
Interpretation of results:
- NORMAL: coloured line in (C) and (T) areas. Sperm concentration in the semen is greater than 15 million/mL.
*A line of any shade in the test line area (T) should be considered normal.
- ABNORMAL: ONLY coloured line in area (C). Sperm concentration in the semen is less than 15 million/mL.
- INVALID: no colour line (C) appears in the area, or no colour line appears. The test should be repeated using a new testing kit.
All used components of the kit are handled according to local requirements.