MiOXSYS analyser measures Oxidation Reduction Potential in sperm

An innovative treatment against male infertility

Before trying IVF, determining a man’s fertility is just as crucial as determining a woman’s infertility. According to recent research, 60% of infertile couples experience infertility due to male factors. Simply looking at a sperm diagram, which looks at the basic elements of sperm quality such sperm concentration, motility, and morphology, is a beginning step in researching male infertility.

However, even though their sperm parameters are normal, over 40% of men have diminished reproductive function. Therefore, additional testing is required, such as evaluating oxidative stress and DNA fragmentation, as simply examining the sperm diagram is insufficient.

It appears that oxidative stress is semen’s “secret” adversary. The rate of DNA fragmentation is impacted by oxidative stress, which is linked to about 80% of the causes of infertility in men.

What is Oxidative Stress?

The disruption of oxygen-free radical balance in sperm is referred to as oxidative stress. Small amounts are often created and are required for sperm to function; nonetheless, they need to be neutralized and eliminated. Factors such as smoking, malnourishment, obesity, extended periods without sexual activity, high physical activity, and medical history involving varicocele, trauma, or testicular cancer can cause a significant rise in free radicals in sperm, thus causing an imbalance.

Measurement of Oxidative Stress

The assessment of oxidative stress provides insight into the sperm’s capacity to eliminate free oxygen radicals. Chania Fertility Centre now offers the MiOXSYS Analyzer, a cutting-edge technology that makes it possible to assess oxidative stress in sperm samples quickly and accurately in real time. This measurement can be performed in conjunction with a basic sperm chart inspection following two to three days of abstinence.

Who are the candidates to perform the ORP (oxidation resistance test)?

Any male can use MiOXSYS Analyzer to perform a more comprehensive sperm check.

However, the oxidation test with MiOXSYS Analyzer is highly recommended:

• • couples with a history of repeated miscarriages or failed assisted reproductive efforts
  • couples facing idiopathic male infertility

• men with reproductive tract infections (eg prostatitis)
• men with aggravating lifestyles (eg smoking, obesity, lack or overwork, etc.)

In what way the oxidation test (ORP) helps

This test yields essential information that helps arrange the couple’s treatment and avoid wasting time. The results of the oxidation test can guide the choice of antioxidant therapy and, naturally, suggest that a man should make certain lifestyle adjustments, such as cutting back on alcohol, adopting a different diet, quitting smoking, etc.

In any event, as the male factor accounts for around half of cases of infertility, talking with the assisted reproductive specialist can help tailor and maximize the patient’s chances of success.