Semen Analysis in Manila: What Actually Happens During the Test? (A Step-by-Step Guide)
If your doctor recommended a semen analysis, you probably have questions. What do I need to do before the test? How is the sample collected? How long until I get results?
This guide answers all of that—no awkwardness, just facts.
📋 Step 1: Before the Test (Preparation)
Getting accurate results starts with proper preparation.
The 2–5 Day Rule
Your doctor will ask you to avoid ejaculation for 2 to 5 days before your test .
- Why? This ensures enough sperm build-up for an accurate count
- Too short (<2 days): Sperm count may be falsely low
- Too long (>5 days): Sperm quality (motility) may decrease
What to Avoid
| Do | Don’t |
| Stay hydrated | Drink alcohol (3–5 days before) |
| Eat normally | Use lubricants during collection |
| Get good sleep | Take hot baths/showers before |
🏥 Step 2: At the Clinic (Collection Day)
What to Bring
- Valid ID
- Doctor’s request form (if any)
- Your partner (optional but helpful for support)
The Collection Process
At Alpha Fertility Centre Manila, we prioritize your privacy:
- Check-in: You’ll be escorted to a private, comfortable collection room
- Sterile container: You’ll receive a labeled, sterile cup
- Collection method: Sample is provided via masturbation—no lubricants, saliva, or condoms
- Time limit: Sample must be delivered to the lab within 30–60 minutes
Important: If collection at the clinic isn’t possible, ask about collection at home—but the sample must reach us quickly.
🔬 Step 3: What We Analyze (The 7 Parameters)
Your sample is examined for 7 key factors :
| Parameter | What It Means |
| Volume | Amount of semen (normal: ≥1.5 mL) |
| Sperm Count | Number of sperm per mL |
| Motility | Percentage that swim forward normally |
| Morphology | Size and shape of sperm |
| pH Level | Acidity/alkalinity balance |
| Liquefaction Time | How long until semen becomes liquid |
| Appearance | Normal: whitish-gray, opalescent |
🤖 Manual vs. AI: How Your Sample Is Analyzed
At Alpha Fertility Centre, we offer both methods:
👨🔬 Manual Analysis
- Performed by experienced andrologists
- Takes 30–45 minutes
- Gold standard for sperm shape (morphology)
🤖 AI-Powered Analysis (CASA)
- Computer-assisted scanning
- Takes <1 minute
- Excellent for count and consistency
Why both? We use AI for speed and manual confirmation for accuracy—especially when results are abnormal.
⏱️ Step 4: Getting Your Results
| Timing | What You Get |
| 24 hours | Preliminary results (count, motility) |
| 3–5 days | Full comprehensive report with morphology |
Your doctor will explain what the numbers mean and discuss next steps.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the test painful?
A: Not at all. Collection is done privately, and there’s no pain involved.
Q: How much does semen analysis cost in Manila?
A: At Alpha Fertility Centre, manual semen analysis just ₱2,000. AI-powered semen analysis just ₱3,00 .
Q: When should I get tested?
A: If you’ve been trying to conceive for 1 year (or 6 months if over 35) .
📞 Ready to Take the First Step?
Understanding your fertility starts with a simple test. At Alpha Fertility Centre Philippines, we make the process comfortable, private, and professional.
Book your semen analysis appointment | Call us: +63 999 885 4616
