If you’ve had a vasectomy and are using SpermCheck Vasectomy to confirm that your sperm count is low, here’s a guide to help you interpret your results and ensure your vasectomy worked as expected.

How Is Sperm Count Measured?

One of the most common ways to evaluate male fertility is to use an at-home sperm count test. This test is designed to indicate the number of sperm in a given volume of semen. The metric most often used is thousands per millilitre (ml).

What Is a Normal Sperm Count?

SpermCheck Vasectomy measures the number of sperm per millilitre (ml) of semen. This at-home test provides a quick indication of whether your sperm count is below the 250,000 sperm per ml threshold, expected after a vasectomy. This level has been shown by scientific studies to present very little chance of pregnancy and is commonly used in post-vasectomy testing.

How to Read Your SpermCheck Vasectomy Results

High and Low Results

A low result, indicated by a visible line on the Control Line “C” and no line on the Test Line “T,” means your sperm count is below 250,000 sperm per ml. This is the expected result after a successful vasectomy and shows there is very little risk of pregnancy.

A high result indicates that your sperm count is at least 250,000 sperm per ml, which is higher than the desired outcome after a vasectomy. If you see a visible line on both the Control Line “C” and the Test Line “T,” it may mean that further follow-up with your healthcare provider is needed.

The test line does not have to be as dark as the control line, or vice versa. Much like a typical pregnancy test, even a very faint line for either the Test or Control variables indicates a positive result – meaning, if you see an extremely faint line, your sperm count is at least 250,000 sperm per millilitre.

If you do not see a visible line on the Control Line “C,” the test cannot be interpreted, and you should test again with another SpermCheck Vasectomy Device.

Next Steps

If your results are not as expected, consult your healthcare provider for further evaluation. Sometimes, a follow-up procedure may be necessary to ensure the vasectomy was fully effective.