Infertility affects men and women. A testicular biopsy is an important tool in diagnosing male infertility.
Due to the high incidence of male factor infertility, it is important to receive an early and optimal diagnosis of conditions that may cause infertility. If pregnancy fails to occur within one year of regular unprotected intercourse or if there are risk factors in the male partner, then an initial screening and male fertility tests such as sperm DNA testing, semen analysis, scrotal ultrasounds and testicular biopsy should be done.
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A testicular biopsy refers to the removal of a small amount of tissue from the testes for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
The two testicles are the male reproductive organs. They produce sperm and the male sex hormone testosterone. The testicles are located in the scrotum, which is the fleshy pouch of tissue that hangs under the penis.
There are two different procedures for a testicular biopsy.
With a percutaneous biopsy, a thin biopsy needle is inserted through the skin. The needle has a syringe on the end to collect the testicular tissue. This procedure does not require an incision or stitches.
An open biopsy is also called a surgical biopsy. Your doctor starts by making a cut in the skin. A cut also is made in the testicle. Then a small tissue sample is taken from the opening and stitches are used to close the cuts.
Blood and hormone tests often can identify the causes of low sperm levels. However, when these tests are not conclusive, you may need a testicular biopsy.
A testicular biopsy may be used to:
Normal results indicate that there is normal sperm development and no cancerous cells are found.
Abnormal results may mean a problem with sperm or hormone function. However, the biopsy may be able to find the cause of the problem.
Causes of an abnormal result include:
Recovering from a testicular biopsy
After your testicular biopsy, your specialist will give instructions to help you heal and remain comfortable depending on the type of biopsy.
You may be advised to:
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