Question

Justify the need and process for patient instruction for proper semen collection. Explain and justify how this step in laboratory testing relates to quality patient care.

Answer 1

Semen collection in maled is a very common and simple procedure. But steps and precautions taken during collection of sample can affect the quality and quantity of the sample which may hamper the end results.

Some of the common instructions given during semen sample collection are :

- avoiding any sexual activity 2-7 days prior to collection

- performing the act in sterile condition

- collecting the sample in clean sterile container

- cleaning the private parts before sample collection

Need for patient education before sample collection :

- avoiding any sexual activity before the process helps to obtain maximum quantity of sample

- proper patient education helps to avoid contamination of the sample

- reduces the pressure and anxiety related to sample collection procedure

- some medications, caffeine and pther herbal drugs may interferre with semen production. Proper patient education helps to the client to stop such drugs that will help improve semen quality

All these factors help to improve the quality of sperm