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Test Code VASE Semen Analysis, Vasectomy Evaluation

Important Note

Sperm morphology assessed by Pathology at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center

Performing Location

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center

Specimen Collection Information

Specimen  Min. Test Volume Collection Container Special Handling
Semen 0.1 mL Sterile urine container
  • Deliver to the Laboratory within one (1) hour.
  • Keep warm after collection.
  • Patient must abstain from intercourse for three (3) days prior to collection.
  • Avoid the use of a condom due to the presence of spermicide.

Reference Ranges & Critical Values

Assay Gender Age Range Normal Range Critical Values Units
SEMEN Male 0 Minutes – 150 Years No spermatozoa seen     
  • If sperm are present, a count and morphology is completed.

Specimen Stability

< 1 hour at room temperature

Day(s) Performed

Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 1:00 pm.

LOINC

50677-4

CPT

89321

Special Handling

Patient MUST fill out questionaire when dropping of specimen to Laboratory.