Testicular and Semen Parameters- WHO 2010 Flashcards

Author: Dr. Emad Sedeek, Senior Embryologist & IVF Lab Director

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The Lower Reference Limits for Semen Volume (ml)

  1. 1.2 (1.1-1.6)
  2. 1.3 (1.1-1.8)
  3. 1.4 ( 1.2-1.7)
  4. 1.5 (1.4-1.7)
  5. 1.6 (1.4-1.8)
A
  1. (WHO 2010)
    but according to WHO 6th edition 2021
    1.4
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The lower reference limits for total sperm number (106 per ejaculate)

  1. 39 (33-46)
  2. 41 (33-48)
  3. 43(36-50)
  4. 45 (36-50)
  5. 47 (36-54)
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1.

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The Lower Reference Limits for Sperm Concentration (per ml)

  1. 8 (4-10)
  2. 10 (5-15)
  3. 13 (10-17)
  4. 15 (12-16)
  5. 20 (15-25)
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4.
but according to WHO 6th edition 2021
16 million/ml

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The Lower Reference Limits for Total Motility (PR + NP, %)

  1. 20 (18-22)
  2. 30 (28-32)
  3. 40 (38-42)
  4. 50 (48-52)
  5. 60 (58-62)
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3.

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The Lower Reference Limits for Progressive Motility (PR, %)

  1. 26 (25-27)
  2. 28 (27-29)
  3. 30 (29-31)
  4. 32 (31-33)
  5. 34 (33-34)
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4.
but according to WHO 6th edition 2021
30%

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The Lower Reference Limits for Vitality (Live Spermatozoa, %)

  1. 54 (52-56)
  2. 55 (53-57)
  3. 56 (54-58)
  4. 57 (55-59)
  5. 58 (56-60)
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5.
but according to WHO 6th edition 2021
vitality 54%

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The Lower Reference Limits for Sperm Morphology (Normal Forms, %)

  1. 2 (1-3)
  2. 4 (3-5)
  3. 6 (5-7)
  4. 8 (7-9)
  5. 10 (9-11)
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2.

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The Lower Reference Limits For PH

  1. >6.5
  2. >6.7
  3. >=6.9
  4. >7
  5. >=7.2
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5.

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Lower Reference Limits for MAR Test (Motile Spermatozoa with Bound Particles, %)

  1. <40%
  2. <50%
  3. <=60%
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2.

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The Lower Reference Limits for Immunobead Test (Motile Spermatozoa with Bound Beads, %)

  1. <40%
  2. <50%
  3. <=50%
  4. <=60%
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3.

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The Makler Chamber is Disposable

  1. Yes
  2. No
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2.

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The Working Volume on counter chamber is10um between Lid and Base.

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1.

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if you count on average 20 sperm per row, this is 20 million per/ml

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1.

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If You Count on Average 20 Sperm Over the Whole Grid, The Concentration is 20 Million/ml

  1. Yes
  2. No
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2.

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The Makler Chamber Loses Its Efficiency with Sample of Low or High Concentration.

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1.

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Sperm Cannot Swim Normally in The Makler Volume

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1,

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Motility and Morphology Can Be Estimated on The Makler Chamber

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1.

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WHO (2010) NOT Recommends the Use of The Makler Chamber.

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1.

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Bubbles Will Interfere with The Counting Accuracy

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1

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the Makler is a valuable tool for IVF laboratories because of its easy and lack of fixatives needed.

  1. Yes
  2. No
A

1

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The Grid Is 1 mm X 1 mm

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1

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sperm maybe immobilized for counting by placing in a 50-60ºc water bath for several minutes.

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1

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Each Makler chamber needs to be calibrated against a Haemocytometer estimate for accreditation purposes

  1. Yes
  2. No
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1

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what information should be recorded on a semen sample for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.?

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Unequivocal identification of the patient

Duration of sexual abstinence

Completeness of collection

Time at sample was produced

Transport temperature conditions

Current medication

Collection container

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what information should be recorded on a semen sample for **post vasectomy semen analysis**?
* Unequivocal (unambiguous) identification of the patient * Completeness of collection * Collection container
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what is the minimum requirement for patient identifiers at collection 1. One 2. Two 3. Three 4. Four 5. Five
3.
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which of these identifiers are suitable for identification of a sample? 1. Title 2. First Name 3. Middle Name 4. Surname [LastName] 5. Date of birth 6. Place of birth 7. Age 8. Passport Number 9. Mothers Maiden Name 10. Partners First Name 11. Partners Last Name
2, 4, 5, 8
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Rejection of Samples are Rare but The Reference Cites Another Study Suggesting the Rate of Rejection of Samples is in the order of: 1. 0.2% 2. 0.5% 3. 0.8% 4. 1.2% 5. 1.9%
2.
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which of the following statements on sexual **abstinence** is true: 1. Abstinence has no bearing on volume, concentration and motility 2. _Prolonged abstinence could increase seminal volume_ 3. _Prolonged abstinence could increase sperm concentration_ 4. Prolonged abstinence could increase sperm motility 5. _Prolonged abstinence could increase the number of degenerating and dying sperm in the epididymis_ 6. _The recommended period of abstinence is 2-7 days_ 7. _A preferred duration is 3-4 days_ 8. Ejaculation and sexual abstinence mean the same thing 9. It's OK to ask the partner when the last sexual activity occurred 10. Samples that have a normal profile but exceed the abstinence period must be rejected
2, 3, 5, 6, 7
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It is impossible to characterize a man’s semen quality from evaluation of a single semen sample. 1. Yes 2. No
1.
31
It is helpful to examine two or three samples to obtain baseline data 1. Yes 2. No
1
32
The Minimum Period of Abstinence Is?
2 days
33
The Maximum Period Of Abstinence Is?
7 days
34
The time between collection and the start of the investigation should not exceed..?
1 hour
35
Ordinary Latex Condom May affect.....?
Sperm Motility
36
Coitus Interruptus is Not a Reliable Means Of Semen Collection.
true
37
A Postcoital Test May Provide Some Information About Spermatozoa.
true
38
A High Percentage of **Immotile** and **Non-Viable Sperm** May Indicate..?
**Epididymal Pathology**
39
Eosin Y is a vital Dye 1. Yes 2. No
1
40
Nigrosine is a vital Dye Used to assess morphology
Nigrosin is not a vital Dye but Used Only To Improve Background
41
Using Eosin-Nigrosin, Red Or Pink Head Indicate the Sperm is Healthy
false * Using Eosin-Nigrosin, **Clear** Or **Unstained Heads** Indicate The Sperm is Healthy
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WHO 2010 Recommends 2 Counts Of ................ Sperm each
WHO 2010 Recommends 2 Counts Of 200 Sperm each
43
The total number of membrane intact sperm in the ejaculate is of biological significance 1. Yes 2. No
1
44
Some Commercial Dyes are hypotonic and when used may increase the number of....?
Some Commercial Dyes are hypotonic and when used may increase the number of **non-viable sperm**
45
After sperm staining, Clear sperm heads and a pink midpiece are considered healthy 1. Yes 2. No
1
46
The Lower Reference Limit for the percentage of membrane-intact sperm is ...?
The Lower Reference Limit for the percentage of membrane-intact sperm is **58%**
47
The HOS Test is an alternative to .............Studies
The HOS Test is an alternative to **Dye Exclusion** Studies
48
HOS test Can be used for sperm selection for ICSI
true
49
the lower reference for the HOS test is **different** from the Eosin Dye test
false the lower reference for the HOS test is similar to the eosin dye test **(58%)_**
50
All sperms with swelling tails are considered.............
a live sperm
51
for therapeutic use, media diluted 1 to 1 with sterile water is ok
true
52
in HOS sperm with no tail swelling are considered ............
Dead
53
which of these conditions may use the HOS test to select sperm for ICSI 1. Azoospermia 2. Asthenospermia 3. Immotile Cilla Syndrome 4. Kartagener's syndrome 5. Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) 6. Teratozsoospermia 7. Epididymal spermatozoa
3, 4, 5 * Immotile Cilla Syndrome: * Kartagener's syndrome * Primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD) **Kartagener's Syndrome** , **Immotile Cilia Syndrome,** or a **Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD)**, is a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder caused by defect in the tiny hair like structure, the cilia lining the respiratory tract (upper and lower), sinuses, eustachian tubes, middle ear and fallopian tubes. strongly related with **infertility**
54
Semen Samples Should be Mixed but a Vortex Mixer should be .......
A Vortex Mixer should be avoided
55
Semen Samples Should be Mixed but Incomplete Mixing May Produce..................
Incomplete Mixing May Produce Large Variations Between Replicates
56
Bubbles after Mixing the semen sample Indicate .................
**Bubbles** after Mixing the semen sample Indicate **Excessive Mixing**
57
a chamber depth of less than 20um may influence .........
a chamber depth of less than 20um may influence ***motility***
58
A Chamber depth of greater than **50um** may make .................
A Chamber depth of greater than 50um may make assessment problematic.
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Agglutination................... Aggregation..............
Adherence of **motile sperm** to other **motile sperm** is called **Agglutination 0,1,2,3** **⇔** Adherence of **immotile** **Sperm** to **Mucus or non-sperm Cells** is Called **Aggregation** if ***motile sperm*** adhere to immotile sperm or***non-sperm cell* ⇒ non-specific Aggregation**
60
Agglutination Grades: zero (0)........... ONE................... TWO.......... THREE........
**Agglutination** * Grade 0 = no adhesion (no) * Grade 1 = adhesion Greater Than **10%** (Isolation) * Grade 2 = adhesion Greater Than **30% (Moderate)** * Grade 3 = Greater Than **50%** (larege)
61
The Initial Microscopic Investigation of a semen analysis should contain an estimate of sperm agglutination and/or aggregation.
true
62
a chamber depth of less than 20 um constrains the rotational ....... of spermatozoa
a chamber depth of less than 20 um constrains the rotational **movement** of spermatozoa
63
If the chamber is too deep, it will be difficult to assess spermatozoa because ............
if the chamber is too deep, it will be difficult to assess spermatozoa ## Footnote **as they move in and out of focus.**
64
its OK, If the number of spermatozoa per visual field varies considerably,
If the number of spermatozoa per visual field varies considerably, the sample may not be homogeneous. in such cases, the semen sample should be mixed again thoroughly and a new slide prepared.
65
Lack of Homogeneity may also result from..........
**Abnormal Consistency** **Abnormal Liquefaction** **Aggregation Of Spermatozoa** **Sperm Agglutination**
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The adherence either of **immotile** spermatozoa to each other or of **motile spermatozoa** to mucus strands, non-sperm cells or debris is considered to be..........
**Nonspecific Aggregation:** * **immotile spermatozoa**⇔ each other * **motile spermatozoa** ⇔ Mucus strands, non-sperm cells or debris **Remember** Motile Sperm to sperm► **Agglutination** 0,1,2,3 (0,10,30,50%) Immotile sperm to cells⇒ **Aggregation** immotile sperm to each other⇔ non specific aggregation motile sperm to cells► non specific aggregation
67
Any motile spermatozoa that stick to each other by their heads, tails or midpieces should be noted. (agglutination)
true
68
Motile spermatozoa stuck to cells or debris or Immotile spermatozoa stuck to each other considered ............ a. Aggregation b. Agglutination
a.
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The presence of **Agglutination** is not sufficient evidence to deduce an immunological cause of infertility, but is suggestive of the..................................
The presence of agglutination is not sufficient evidence to deduce an immunological cause of infertility but is suggestive of more diagnostics tests may required ## Footnote **the presence of anti-sperm antibodies and further testing is required**
70
True or false: The assessment of sperm motility and concentration is independent of severe Agglutination
False
71
The basis for assessing sperm morphology in the 5th edition (2010)....................
The basis for assessing sperm morphology in the 5th edition (2010) was **strict criteria**
72
Zona Pellucida bound sperm are similar to normal **strict criteria** based spermatozoa
true
73
Normal sperm are defined largely by those in cervical mucus by ........
**Strict Criteria**
74
The 5th centile of a fertile morphology in population is .........
**4%** ## Footnote 4% is the 95% cutoff → a range of sperm morphology from a fertile population
75
According to (**Early Liberal Methodology)** implies most sperm were ...... .........while **Strict Criteria** implies most sperm are .........
According to (**Early Liberal Methodology)** implies most sperm were **_Normal_** while **Strict Criteria** implies most sperm are **_Abnormal_** (The Introduction of Strict Criteria has in itself decreased the normal range.)
76
Globospermia is a .......... condition
Globospermia is a **genetic** condition -not aquired
77
Non-Genetic Conditions that affect sperm morphology may be reversible with treatment
true
78
The Prognosis for **Short Tailed Syndrome** is good with ICSI.
false The Prognosis for Short Tailed Syndrome is **Very Poor** Even with ICSI
79
Elongated sperm heads are thought to be .................
**Elongated sperm heads** are thought to be **stress induced**
80
Cytoplasmic residues are associated with the production of................
Cytoplasmic residues are associated with the production of **ROS**
81
In the 5th edition WHO manual, the Dimensions of a normal sperm head is: a. 4.1um x 2.8um b. 1.4um x 2.8um c. 2.3um x 2.6 um
a.
82
The acrosome index is not predictive of ........rates
The acrosome index is not predictive of **IVF rates**
83
in this figure Identify The Cell Type Of Cell # 1, 2, 3
1. Macrophage 2. Abnormal spermatozoon 3. (dividing) spermatid
84
in this figure Identify the cell type of cell # 4,5, 6 and 7.
4. Abnormal spermatozoon 5. Spermatocyte 6. Abnormal spermatozoon 7. Abnormal spermatozoon
85
in this figure Identify the cell type of cell # 8, 9, 10, and 11
8. Cytoplasm 9. (dividing) spermatid 10. Spermatocyte 11. Degenerating spermatid
86
An assessment of the **degree of spermatogenesis** found in a testicular biopsy.....
**Johnson Score**
87
Johnson Score 1- .... 2- ..... 3- ... 4-5 ...... 6-7 ..... 8-10 .......
Johnson Score after testicular biopsy 1- No cells are present in a tubule 2- Only Sertoli Cells can be Identified 3- Only Spermatogonia 4-5: Spermatocytes 6-7: Spermatids 8-10: Spermatozoa
88
There is a correlation between **testicular size** and the **Johnson score**.
true
89
Sertoli cell-only syndrome (del Castillo) also called Germ cell aplasia has a john score of..........
2
90
**Subnormal** spermatogenesis has a Johnson score of:
**3-7**
91
The Johnson Score for **normal spermatogenesis** is:
**8-10**
92
Klinefelter's Syndrome (XXY) 1. Acquired 2. Congenital
2.
93
Mumps Orchitis 1. Congenital 2. Acquired
2. **Mumps Orchitis** * Pain and swelling of the testicle (orchitis) affects up to 1 in 3 males who get mumps after puberty. * The swelling is usually sudden and affects only one testicle. The testicle may also feel warm and tender.
94
Cryptorchidism 1. Congenital 2. Acquired
**1** -undescended testis ## Footnote **Cryptorchidism** One or both of the testes **fail to descend** from the abdomen into the scrotum.
95
Anorchia 1. Congenital 2. Acquired
1. ## Footnote **Anorchia** Absence of both testes at birth.
96
Epididymo-Orchitis 1. Congenital 2. Acquired
**2.** * An **inflammation** of the tube that stores and carries sperm, and/or of the testicle. * It is normally caused by infection, most often a sexually transmitted infection or a urinary tract infection. * Antibiotics are usually effective in clearing the infection
97
Torsion **(Maturation Arrest)** 1. Congenital 2. Acquired
**1**. **Testicular torsion** is a condition where an individual’s testicle **rotates** around the spermatic cord, blocking blood flow to the area. It occurs most often in babies during the first year of life or adolescence. Testicular torsion is an emergency that requires immediate medical attention, ideally within 6 hours. If a person waits longer to get treatment, they risk losing the testicle
98
Sickle Cell Disease 1. Congenital 2. Acquired
1. Sickle cell Disease (SCD)is an inherited disorder which causes red blood cells to become "sickled." Because of this, these sickled red blood cells have a difficult time moving through the blood vessels and cause occlusion of the vasculature. males with SCD, with rates as high as 91%. Low sperm density, low sperm counts, poor motility, and increased abnormal morphology occur more frequently in males with SCD than in controls
99
Noonan's Syndrome 1. Congenital 2. Acquired
1. ## Footnote **Noonan syndrome** is a common genetic disorder characterized by facial anomalies, congenital heart defect, short stature, webbed neck, chest deformities in male : **undescended testes. Lead to** defective in **spermatogenesis​**
100
**Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy.** 1. Congenital 2. Acquired
1. -Autosomal Dominant disorder -Genetic mutation on chr -19 - cause rising of GnRH, LH, FSH and low T -testicular atrophy -infertility ## Footnote **Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy.**
101
What proportion of infertile men have azoospermia? 1. 5% 2. 8% 3. 11% 4. 13% 5. 15%
5.
102
Obstructive Azo-(OA) and NOA are: 1. Managed by the same medical and/or surgical options 2. Managed by different medical and/or surgical options
2.
103
Diagnosis of OA or NOA include:............
* _Thorough history taking_ * _Physical examination_ * _Possibly laboratory testing_ * _Possibly genetic testing_
104
What Proportion of Azoospermia is Due To OA 1. 30% 2. 40% 3. 50% 4. 60% 5. 70%
2. **40%** of **Azoospermi**a is due to : Obstructive Azoospermia (**OA)** While * **60%** Due to **NOA**
105
what is true about OA 1. OA is a consequence of a physical blockage 2. OA may occur anywhere along the male excurrent ductal system 3. FSH and LH are usually normal 4. FSH is low but LH is normal 5. Testes volume is increased due to the blockage 6. Blockage can be unilateral or bilateral
1, 2, 3, and 6
106
What is true about NOA 1. may be caused by toxic exposures 2. may be caused by abnormal testicular development 3. may be caused by trauma 4. may be due to primary testicular failure 5. may be due to secondary testicular failure 6. may be due to tertiary testicular failure
1, 2, 4, 5.
107
Ambiguous (unclear) NOA May Present As: 1. Increased FSH and normal volume testis 2. Increased FSH and increased tests volume 3. Normal FSH and small tests 4. Normal FSH and normal testis volume 5. Reduced FSH and small testis volume 6. Reduced FSH and normal testis volume
1, 3, 4,
108
Acquired Causes of obstruction of the vas deferens may include: 1. Vasectomy 2. Iatrogeneic injury following inguinal hernia surgery 3. Abstinence 4. Vasography
1, 2 and 4
109
Acquired causes of **obstruction** of the **epididymus** may include: 1. vasal obstruction 2. prolonged vasectomy 3. epididymal rupture after excessive intratubal pressure 4. scrotal trauma 5. pelvic injury 6. previous PESA or MESA surgery 7. epididymal biopsy 8. abstinence
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6and 7
110
Congenital OA may result in
Congenita Unilateral Absence of Vas Difference (**CUAVD**) or (not and) ⇒ **CBAVD**
111
OA may result from: 1. **_severe** inflammation of the epididymis (epididymitis) 2. severe inflammation of the prostate 3. severe inflammation of the seminal vesicles 4. upper genitourinary tract infection 5. lower genito-urinary tract infection
1, 2, 3, and 5
112
Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction (**EDO**) can result from 1. Abstinence 2. Trauma 3. Infection 4. Surgery 5. Congenital Mullerian duct cysts
2, 3, 4 and 5
113
Ejaculatory Duct Obstruction (**EDO**) is characterized by 1. low semen volume 2. clear, watery appearance 3. low pH 4. absent fructose
all are true
114
Etiology of OA may be include:.......
* Surgery * Infection * congenital abnormalities * possibly prior successful fertility * vasectomy
115
Physical Examination may revel:
* vasal gaps * site or prior vasectomy * the presence of granuloma * epididymal gaps or abnormalities
116
The Presence of granuloma at a previous vasectomy site is an indication of......................
**successful microsurgical vasectomy reversal** **Note:** **Vasectomy reversal** is **surgery to undo a vasectomy**. During the procedure, a surgeon reconnects each tube (vas deferens) that carries sperm from a testicle into the semen. After a successful vasectomy reversal, sperm are again present in the semen.
117
Elevated FSH after vasectomy may suggest the need for ........................................
Elevated FSH after vasectomy may suggest the need for **IVF/ICSI after reversal**
118
A husband may still remain fertile if unilateral obstruction is diagnosed
true
119
A Partial Obstruction may result in: 1. _Oligospermia_ 2. _Oligoasthenoteratospermia_ 3. _polyspermia_ 4. _asthenozospermia_
1,2
120
Clients with **Unilateral** or **Bilateral** Absence of The Vas Deferens need to make these diagnosis:
1. testing for **CFTR** 2. testing and counselling of partner if CFTR is positive 3. renal ultrasound if CUAVD to test for renal agenesis
121
Positive Antisperm Antibodies and Vasa Obstruction Indicates: 1. Active spermatogenesis 2. testicular biopsy unnecessary prior to microsurgical reconstruction
true
122
Clients with Unclear Etiology of Azoospermia may warrant a testicular biopsy with these parameters. 1. normal testes volume 2. Clear ejaculates 3. normal vasa 4. negative antisperm antibodies 5. normal FSH levels 6. decreased T
1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Testicular Biopsy decision need: * normal testes volume * Clear ejaculates * normal vasa * negative antisperm antibodies * normal FSH levels
123
Low Semen Volume, Clear Appearance, Low PH, Absent Fructose ⇒indicate..........
**Ejaculatory duct obstruction**
124
Normal Semen Volume, FSH, LH and Testosterone indicate........
**Obstructive Azoospermia OA**
125
Decreased Semen Volume and Testosterone, Elevated FSH and LH.
**Non-Obstructive Azoospermia-NOA** **primary testicular failure**
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Decreased Semen Volume, Testosterone, FSH and LH.
**Non-Obstructive Azoospermia-NOA** **hypogonadotrophic hypogonadism**
127
Sertoli cell hormones.................
during fetal period, Sertoli cells secrete AMH for male development at puberty Sertoli cells secrete ABP, and inhibin