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What is sperm DNA Fragmentation?

 

The quality of sperm is of highest importance when it comes to infertility treatment. Presence of abnormal sperms can adversely affect fertility of the male partner too. sperm DNA Fragmentation is the term used to explain abnormalities within the sperm.

Its presence can cause any of the following:-

1) Male infertility

2) Unsuccessful IVF cycles

3) Miscarriage

4) Improper development of blastocyst

Sperm DNA Fragmentation is found to be higher in males with abnormal sperms. Poor lifestyle may also be a contributing factor. Fertility experts often advise their patients to get a sperm DNA Fragmentation test done in order to assess the risks of infertility in males.

You may also visit kicbengaluru.com/pre-implantation-genetic.../ to learn more about chromosomal defects in embryos.

 

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Uploaded on October 1, 2020