Short summary

The aim of the study is to investigate if a home test kit of the sperm motility and therefore early knowledge of the male fertility potential, can contribute to elimination of the barrier for men, who have to see a doctor for quicker treatment.

Rationale

Male fertility factors contribute to approximately 50 % of infertile couples who are trying to conceive. The aim of the study is to investigate if a home test kit of the sperm motility and therefore early knowledge of the male fertility potential, can contribute to elimination of the barrier for men, who have to see a doctor for quicker treatment. Furthermore, through a quantitative questionnaire, the study wants to look at the changes in psychosocial aspects and life quality, when men can do the test in calm and safe environments at home. Two questionnaires are sent out - one at the beginning of the study and a follow-up after 6 months.

Description of the cohort

The cohort includes men who have tried to conceive with a partner for at least 4 months. The participants are allowed to have kids from other relationships, but it has to be their first baby together.

The recruitment process is done over social media, flyers at campus, and through a database on e-mail.

Data and biological material

A spermquality test is done at home and data is collected through a quantitative questionnare.

Collaborating researchers and departments

Center of Andrology and Fertility, Odense University Hospital

• Jens Fedder
• Laura Catalini