4.3 Semen (Gross examination) Flashcards
What is the normal appearance of semen?
a. Grayish white
b. Translucent
c. Crystal clear
a and b
What is the normal volume for semen?
a. 2 mL
b. 2.5 mL
c. 3 mL
b
What is the normal liquefaction time for semen
a. 30 mins to 1 hr
b. 30 mins
c. 1 hr - 2 hrs
a
What is the normal pH of semen?
a. 6.2 - 7.0
b. 7.2 - 8.0
c. 8.2 -9.0
7.2 - 8.0
What is the normal viscosity in semen?
Pours in droplets (o)
Numeric terms can be used to grade viscosity , with __ indicating a normal, watery specimen forming discrete drops, and ___ indicating a specimen with gel-like consistency
0
4
Abnormal findings
Pyospermia, urine contam, prolonged abstinence
a. Yellow
b. Red/Rust
c. Turbid
d. Clear
a
Abnormal findings
Infection
a. Yellow
b. Red/Rust
c. Turbid
d. Clear
c
Abnormal findings
Bleeding
a. Yellow
b. Red/Rust
c. Turbid
d. Clear
b
Abnormal findings
Azoospermia
a. Yellow
b. Red/Rust
c. Turbid
d. Clear
d
Abnormal in volume for semen:
Prolonged abstinence
a. <2mL
b. >5mL
b
Abnormal in volume for semen:
Improper functioning semen-producing organs
a. <2mL
b. >5mL
a
Abnormal liquefaction time due to deficiency in prostatic enzymes / Prostativ insufficiency
2 hours
Abnormal in pH for semen:
Infection within the reproductive tract
a. <7.2
b. >8.0
b
Abnormal in pH for semen:
Increased prostatic fluid
a. <7.2
b. >8.0
a
