{"id":15232,"date":"2020-05-13T20:35:09","date_gmt":"2020-05-13T20:35:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/givelegacy.wpengine.com\/?post_type=resource&p=1044"},"modified":"2023-06-14T14:57:40","modified_gmt":"2023-06-14T14:57:40","slug":"why-is-semen-testing-so-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.givelegacy.com\/resources\/why-is-semen-testing-so-important\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is semen testing so important?"},"content":{"rendered":"

While fertility testing often starts with the female partner, it’s also necessary for the male partner to be tested as well<\/a>. When a couple is struggling to get pregnant, both partners should be evaluated. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), infertility affects upwards of<\/span> 15% of couples<\/span><\/a> amounting to 48.5 million couples globally. Furthermore, males are found to be responsible for 20-30% of infertility cases<\/span><\/p>\n

When it comes to sperm testing, many men become anxious. However, thanks to innovative advances in technology, home sperm<\/a> testing allows men to provide their sample for testing from the comforts and privacy of their home. <\/span><\/p>\n

A home semen analysis<\/a> involves producing a semen sample via self-stimulation and mailing it back for analysis. Discreet, secure, and accurate, once you produce your sample in the provided collection cup, simply call Legacy or our shipping partner for collection. Your sample will remain viable for 48 hours, and once your sperm analysis is complete, within 24 hours you will receive a complete <\/span>Legacy Fertility Report<\/span><\/a> to include sperm count, motility<\/a>, and morphology. <\/span><\/p>\n

Male Fertility & Pregnancy<\/span><\/h6>\n

Male fertility is a complex process. It’s not merely a matter of completing the sexual act needed for conception. To get a partner pregnant, the following must occur:<\/span><\/p>\n