semen analysis question

[WaturMama]

Does it matter dh "collects" the semen sample in the context of BD or not? A friend told me it did (that BD was good)--but the lab said nothing about it and I'm finding nothing online. I wonder if she remembered correctly? Any other tips about getting the most accurate results for our money are appreciated too. I've already seen 2-4 or 2-5 days since the last ejac.

[Buzzer Beater]

Waturmama, this is from a reproductive specialists site. You don't want to do anything that affects the sperm beyond putting it in the jar. Hope you get good results.


Requirements For Proper Collection of a Specimen
Refrain from ejaculation for 2 to 4 days before producing the specimen for analysis. Longer or shorter periods of abstinence will result in specimens that yield incorrect indications and are not acceptable for analysis.

The semen specimen should be produced by masturbation. Wash your genitals and hands to minimize the chance of contamination of the specimen. Do not use lubricants or saliva when masturbating since potential toxicity to the sperm can adversely influence the results. Collect the ejaculate directly into the specimen cup and replace the lid immediately to prevent contamination. Do not produce the specimen by coitus interruptus (having intercourse and withdrawing the penis prior to ejaculation) or by oral sex. Both activities can lead to a suboptimal specimen, which may yield falsely abnormal semen analysis results.

Do not collect the specimen with a regular condom since they contain chemicals that are toxic to sperm. If masturbation is absolutely unacceptable to you, please obtain a special semen collection device from GRS. These devices consist of a special non-toxic condom and a test tube for transporting the semen to the laboratory. There is also a small funnel to use in transferring the semen from the condom into the test tube and detailed instructions on how to use the device. You and your spouse or partner may use this device in the specimen collection room at GRS if this is convenient for you.