Anti Sperm Antibody
Understanding Anti Sperm Antibody
What is Anti Sperm Antibody?
The Anti Sperm Antibody test helps to detect the presence of antibodies that fight against sperm. This test checks for the presence of anti sperm antibodies in the blood of both males and females. These antibodies can damage the sperm leading to infertility. This test is advised as a part of investigation, if a couple is not able to conceive.
These antibodies can develop from testicle injury, prostate gland infection or testicular cancer in males. In females these may be resultant of a woman’s allergic reaction to the sperm.
What is Anti Sperm Antibody used for?
This test is taken in order to determine the reason for infertility. It is also sometimes taken additionally to figure out the cause of infertility if in case previous infertility tests have failed to provide the solution.