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General
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Clinical Use:
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Sperm antibodies are associated with some cases of infertility.
It can be used in Males:
-As an alternate specimen type (semen is preferred) when semen cannot be obtained.
-As follow-up test when sperm agglutination is noted in the ejaculate.
-With a history of testicular trauma, biopsy, vasectomy reversal, genital tract infection, or obstructive lesions of the male ductal system.
In females:
-Preferred test for sperm antibodies.
-With an abnormal postcoital test.
-With unexplained infertility.
-With history of genital tract infection or receptive anal or oral intercourse. |
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Availability:
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Samples are batched and tested once a week.
Test turnaround time post receipt at reference laboratory is 14 days. |
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Aliases/Synonyms:
| ASAB, Sperm Antibody, |
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Code:
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SPAB |
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Handling Instructions (to laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
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Hyperlink:
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Reference Interval:
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Direct MAR test:
10-39%: Possible immunological problem
>=40%: Probable immunological problem
Indirect MAR test:
>=40%: Probable immunological problem
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Collection Requirements
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Container:
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Serum Sep. Tube-SST (GOLD), |
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Sample Type:
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See container |
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Minimum Collection Volume:
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1mL |
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Collection Instructions:
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Non-medicare rebateable item. All patients except Public, VA and Pensioners must pay $56.00 upfront. |
Processing Requirements
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Alternate Containers:
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Serum, no gel (RED) |
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Processing Instructions:
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Centrifuge and separate sample. |
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Minimum Assay Volume:
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0.3mL |
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Stability:
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2 weeks chilled; 2 weeks frozen |
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Transport Instructions (to testing laboratory):
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Send sample chilled. |
Testing Locations
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Performed at:
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Section
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Department
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Contact Phone
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Laboratory |
Australian Clinical Laboratory |
(08) 9442 7679 |
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Last Updated : 19-11-2025 13:59 |