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Seminal Fluid
Training Course Specifics
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Semen analysis, including the determination of sperm concentration, motility and morphology |
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All laboratory staff and students |
Length of Course: 1.5 hours
Number of Exam Questions: 10
| Authors: |
Charles H. Muller, PhD
Adam R. Orkand, BA
Michael L. Astion, MD, PhD |
1.5 hours
| Accredited by: |
P.A.C.E. (State of California) |
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State of Florida |
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List the glandular contributions and cellular components of seminal fluid. |
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Describe the methods used to determine sperm concentration, motility and morphology. |
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List the abnormalities detected and reference ranges for semen analysis. |
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Discuss the goals and limitations of semen analysis in the clinical setting. |
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Overview
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Learning Objectives |
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Anatomy |
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Specimen Collection |
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Quality Control |
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References |
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Gross Examination
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Fluid Characteristics |
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pH |
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Procedures
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Prepare Wet Mount |
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Load Hemacytometer |
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Prepare Semen Smear |
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Staining |
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Microscopic Examination
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Components of Fluid |
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Sperm Motility |
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Other Wet Mount Observations |
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Sperm Concentration |
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Sperm Morphology |
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Other Cell Types |
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Differential Count |
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Clinical Correlations
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Semen Analysis |
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Sperm Function |
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Sperm Vitality |
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Anti-Sperm Antibodies |
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Post-vasectomy Evaluation |
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Prostatitis |
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CAVD |
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Ejaculatory Dysfunction |
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