26/08/2026
🧬 How is a testicular biopsy performed, and what can it tell us?
When no s***m cells are found in the ej*****te, a testicular biopsy may provide an alternative way to retrieve s***m for assisted reproduction.
🔬 What does the procedure involve?
A testicular biopsy is a surgical procedure in which a small sample of testicular tissue is collected to search for s***m directly within the seminiferous tubules.
In the IVF laboratory, the sample is carefully processed to:
✔️ Identify viable s***m cells
✔️ Assess whether s***matogenesis is present
✔️ Select s***m for procedures such as ICSI
✔️ Cryopreserve retrieved s***m whenever possible
💡 Beyond s***m retrieval, this technique also provides valuable information about the patient’s s***matogenic activity, helping clinicians define the most appropriate reproductive strategy.
At Ovolearning, we train professionals to understand both the laboratory processing of testicular samples and their role in assisted reproduction.