Which semen analysis term denotes a low volume of ejaculate below the reference limit?

Which semen analysis term denotes a low volume of ejaculate below the reference limit?

• A. Hyperspermia
• B. Hypospermia
• C. Hydrsalpinx
• D. Latrogenic testicular failure

Answer: (B)

In semen analysis, the volume reflects the amount of fluid contributed mainly by the seminal vesicles and prostate. When the ejaculate volume is below the reference limit—typically under about 1.5 mL—the term hypospermia is used. This indicates a low-volume ejaculate and can point to factors like reduced secretion from the seminal vesicles, potential ejaculatory duct issues, or other problems affecting fluid production, and it can be associated with fertility concerns. Hypospermia specifically describes low volume, whereas hyperspermia means an abnormally high volume; hydrosalpinx is a fluid-filled fallopian tube and not a semen analysis term; latrogenic testicular failure refers to treatment-induced impairment of sperm production, not volume.

In semen analysis, the volume reflects the amount of fluid contributed mainly by the seminal vesicles and prostate. When the ejaculate volume is below the reference limit—typically under about 1.5 mL—the term hypospermia is used. This indicates a low-volume ejaculate and can point to factors like reduced secretion from the seminal vesicles, potential ejaculatory duct issues, or other problems affecting fluid production, and it can be associated with fertility concerns.

Hypospermia specifically describes low volume, whereas hyperspermia means an abnormally high volume; hydrosalpinx is a fluid-filled fallopian tube and not a semen analysis term; latrogenic testicular failure refers to treatment-induced impairment of sperm production, not volume.