ArticleEuropean journal of obstetrics & gynecology and reproductive biology: X2023
Seminal biomarkers and their correlations to semen parameters in subfertile men.
Article in European journal of obstetrics & gynecology and reproductive biology: X, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.
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Abstract
Research question: To assess the levels of seminal biomarkers fructose, zinc and citrate and their correlations to semen parameters in infertile men. Design: 200 infertile male participants undergoing fertility assessment at Singapore General Hospital (SGH), Singapore were recruited prospectively, from June 2020 to August 2021. Their semen samples were assessed for seminal parameters, biomarker levels of fructose, citrate and zinc, leukocyte concentrations and aerobic cultures. They were also assessed for their smoking habits. Results: Sperm concentrations were negatively correlated to seminal fructose levels, Conclusions: Higher zinc and citrate levels correlated with better progressive motility, sperm morphology and TMSC. Smoking negatively impacted zinc and citrate levels, thereby affecting sperm quality. In conclusion, the inclusion of biomarkers in basic male work-up assessment would assist in identifying common deficiencies and aid in adequate replacement therapy.
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