Semen Analysis, Fertility
Alternate Names
Sperm count
SoftLab Order Code
SEMAN
Epic Order Name
SEMEN ANALYSIS
Epic Order ID
LAB216
Laboratory
Raleigh
Additional Test Information
This test is not for post vasectomy testing. Please refer to Sperm Count Screen, Post Vasectomy.
Sample Type
Semen
Collection Container
Sterile container
Collecting Volume
Any
Storage or Stability
Must be delivered within one hour of collection
Patient Preparation
Instructions
Specimens may be collected on site at the Raleigh Medical Park or at home.
- If collecting off site: Contact the laboratory at 919-350-8238 to inform the laboratory that you are on your way with a specimen
- Deliver the sample to WakeMed Raleigh Hospital WITHIN ONE HOUR OF COLLECTION. Any delay will cause live sperm to die and give an inaccurate assessment of the semen. When you arrive to the patient registration entrance, please wait in the car, and call 919-350-7821. Do not leave a voicemail. Keep calling until there is an answer.
- If you are unable to collect the sample at home and deliver it within an hour, accommodations can be provided for collection at WakeMed Raleigh Medical Park (RMP). Samples collected at RMP will require delivery to the WakeMed Raleigh Hospital by the patient.
- Raleigh Medical Park is open Monday - Friday (excluding holidays) 07:00am - 05:00pm
- Semen specimens MUST be received no later than 4:00pm.
CPT Codes
89320