Semen Analysis & DFI (DNA Fragmentation Index)
Accurate Semen Analysis & DNA Fragmentation Index Testing in Surat – Your Path to Parenthood
Best Semen Analysis & DFI (DNA Fragmentation Index) in Surat
At Devaki IVF Centre, we offer accurate semen analysis and DNA Fragmentation Index (DFI) testing to help couples understand male fertility issues. Our advanced lab and expert fertility specialist make us the best fertility clinic in Surat for diagnosing and treating sperm-related problems.
What is Semen Analysis?
A semen analysis is a test that checks a man’s sperm and semen to see if he can father a child. Doctors look at three main things:
- Sperm Count – How many sperm are in the semen.
- Movement (Motility) – How well the sperm can swim.
- Shape (Morphology) – Whether the sperm have a normal shape.
What is Sperm DNA Fragmentation?
When is Semen Analysis & DFI Testing Recommended?
Semen analysis and DNA Fragmentation Index (DFI) testing are recommended in specific clinical scenarios to evaluate male fertility. Here’s when they are typically advised:
- Trouble Having a Baby – If a couple can’t get pregnant after 1 year of trying (or 6 months if the woman is over 35).
- Past Health Problems – If the man has had infections, injuries, or surgeries in his private parts.
- After a Vasectomy – To check if the surgery worked (no sperm should be found).
- After a Vasectomy Reversal – To see if sperm are back in the semen.
- Before IVF/IUI – To check sperm health before fertility treatments.
- Repeated Miscarriages – A Sperm DNA Fragmentation (DFI) Test checks for hidden sperm damage that might cause pregnancy loss.
Treatment Options for High DNA Fragmentation
If a test shows high DNA fragmentation (damaged sperm DNA), don’t worry – there are ways to help! Here are the main treatment options:
Treatment Option | How It Helps |
Lifestyle Changes | Stops further damage to sperm |
Antioxidant Supplements | Repairs sperm DNA damage |
Treating Infections | Fixes swelling that harms sperm |
Picks the best sperm for IVF | |
Sperm Sorting (PICSI/IMSI) | Finds strongest sperm |
Varicocele Surgery | Fixes swollen veins in scrotum |
Sperm Retrieval (TESA/PESA) | Gets sperm directly from testicles |
How the DNA fragmentation test is performed?
- Sample Collection
- You’ll give a semen sample (just like a regular sperm test)
- This is usually done at the clinic in a private room
- Lab Testing
- Scientists use special dyes to make the sperm DNA visible
- They check how many sperm have broken or damaged DNA
- Measuring Damage
- Results show a “DNA Fragmentation Index” (DFI) score:
- Good: Below 15% damage
- Borderline: 15-30% damage
- High: Above 30% damage
- Results show a “DNA Fragmentation Index” (DFI) score:
- Getting Results
- Your doctor will explain what the numbers mean
- If damage is high, they’ll suggest ways to improve it
