Semen Analysis

Test Code
SEMEN ANAL


Alias/See Also
Specific order available for Semen,Analysis (Fertility work-up_ Semen, Post Vas (without motility, specimen concentrated for analysis) Semen, Post Vas AUA (include motility, specimen not concentrated per AUA guidelines)


Preferred Specimen
Semen


Transport Container
Sterile, screw cap cup


Transport Temperature
RT


Specimen Stability
Within 1 hour of ejaculation except -   Post Vas, no motility (12 hrs)


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Specimen stability exceeded, Specimen too viscous for analysis


Methodology
Manual

Setup Schedule
Tuesday, by appointment only


Performing Laboratory
Hematology Lab



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.