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Specimen Type
Semen.
Preferred Collection Container
STL-CUPAcceptable Collection Container
Special container
Collection Instructions
The specimen is collected by the patient per his physician’s instructions. The specimen should be maintained at room temperature and delivered to a ProMedica laboratory draw site within 24 to 48 hours of collection. Note that lubricants and powder on commercial condoms may contain spermicides which could affect results and therefore should be avoided.
Collection Volume
Complete ejaculate
Minimum Collection Volume
0.5 mL
Rejection Criteria
As of December 1, 2022 any specimen that is not expelled directlly into sterile cup will be rejected, no condoms will be accepted.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday, 24 hours
EPIC Code
LAB891
Patient Preparation
Patients should contact their physicians’ office for collection instructions.
Turn Around Time
24 hours.
Lab Department
Hematology
Alias
Post Vasectomy Sperm Count; Sperm Count -Post Vasectomy; Semen -Post Vasectomy;
Ordering Info
See new rejection criteria in place after December 1, 2022.