Products > Sperm Function Test Kits > Viscosity

Generally, viscosity & liquefaction time go hand in hand; with increase in liquefaction time, viscosity is also increased.
The issue with highly viscous semen sample is the difficulty faced in assessing Sperm Concentration, Motility & Morphology. Hence, it is important to correct the viscosity to normal consistency before it is subjected to semen analysis & sperm function tests.

• An average length of a string or a drop up to 40mm is considered as Normal viscosity.
• The string length between 40-60mm is considered as Equivocal.
• The string length more than 60mm is considered as Highly Viscous and Abnormal.

Highly viscous semen samples can be treated with Chemotrypsin / Bromolene and these treatments do not affect sperm function tests.   

• Store the kit in appropriate conditions as per the instructions given on the package.
• Do not use the kits beyond expiry date given on the package.
• All the reagents are potentially hazardous and it is strictly advised to follow the MSDS instructions.
• All the patients' samples should be treated as potentially infectious. Laboratory personnel are advised to wear protective gloves, face masks, laboratory coats etc while performing the tests.
• Dispose off all the waste generated, during and after the tests, in an appropriate manner as per the governing compliance laws of the land.