NOV 24, 2025

Male Fertility: Causes, Key Tests, and Why You Should Evaluate It at a Fertility Clinic in Mérida

Male Fertility: Causes, Key Tests, and Why You Should Evaluate It at a Fertility Clinic in Mérida

Male fertility accounts for 40–50% of infertility cases.

For this reason, evaluating the male partner is essential, not optional, when a couple is trying to conceive.

In our fertility clinic in Mérida, we offer semen analysis, sperm DNA fragmentation testing, and a private, fully equipped collection area, ensuring accurate evaluation and a comfortable experience.

 

What Determines Male Fertility?

Male fertility depends on:

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  Sperm count

  
  


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  Motility

  
  


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  Morphology

  
  


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  Sperm DNA integrity

  
  


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  Hormonal balance

  
  


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  Testicular health

  
  


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  Genetics and lifestyle

  
  

 

Most Common Causes of Male Infertility

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  Varicocele

  
  


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  Sperm DNA fragmentation

  
  


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  Semen abnormalities

  
  


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  Hormonal imbalances

  
  


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  Infections

  
  


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  Lifestyle factors

  
  


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  Genetic causes

  
  

 

Key Male Fertility Tests (Available at Our Clinic)

1. Semen Analysis — Performed in Our Clinic

We provide complete semen evaluation, including:

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  Concentration

  
  


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  Motility

  
  


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  Morphology

  
  


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  Vitality

  
  


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  Volume and pH

  
  

Collected in our private on-site room for comfort and accuracy.

 

2. Sperm DNA Fragmentation — Performed in Our Clinic

Indicated in:

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  Recurrent pregnancy loss

  
  


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  Recurrent implantation failure

  
  


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  Low semen quality

  
  


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  Varicocele

  
  


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  Unexplained male infertility

  
  

Performed directly in our reproductive laboratory.

 

3. Testicular Ultrasound

To evaluate varicocele or anatomical alterations.

 

4. Male Hormonal Panel

FSH, LH, testosterone, prolactin.

 

When Should a Man Check His Fertility?

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  After 6–12 months trying to conceive

  
  


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  If the partner is over 35

  
  


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  Testicular surgery history

  
  


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  Chronic pain or swelling

  
  


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  History of mumps

  
  


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  Before vasectomy

  
  


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  Before chemo or radiation

  
  


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  For preventive fertility assessment

  
  

 

Benefits of Evaluating Male Fertility in a Specialized Clinic

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  Precise and professional laboratory results

  
  


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  Private collection room

  
  


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  In-house reproductive laboratory

  
  


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  Immediate integration with fertility treatment

  
  


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  Expertise in male and female reproductive health

  
  

Male fertility matters — and it can be evaluated and improved.

Getting your semen analysis and sperm DNA fragmentation in a fertility clinic in Mérida ensures accurate diagnosis and a clear plan to achieve pregnancy.