Understand Your Fertility Potential with Accurate, Confidential Testing

When trying to conceive, knowing your sperm health (정자 건강 – jeongja geongang) is just as important as understanding your partner’s reproductive health. Sperm quality analysis, also known as semen analysis (정액 검사 – jeong-aek geomsa), is a core diagnostic tool to assess male fertility. Whether you're preparing for pregnancy, undergoing fertility treatment, or simply checking your reproductive status, clinics like Gangnam J Urology Clinic offer discreet, accurate, and efficient testing for both locals and foreigners.

What Is a Sperm Quality Analysis?

A sperm quality analysis evaluates your semen sample to determine its potential to achieve pregnancy. It assesses multiple factors, including how many sperm are present, how well they move, and whether they are shaped normally. It also checks the overall health of the semen fluid itself.

These details help doctors understand your fertility profile and identify potential obstacles to conception.

Who Should Get a Semen Analysis?

This test is recommended if:

• You've been trying to conceive for over a year without success
• You or your partner are considering IVF or IUI
• You’ve had prior testicular injuries, surgery, or infections
• You’ve been exposed to high heat, environmental toxins, or radiation
• You plan to undergo vasectomy or want to freeze your sperm for the future
• You experience low libido, difficulty ejaculating, or signs of hormonal imbalance

Even without symptoms, many men choose this test as a proactive fertility check.

How the Test Works at Korean Clinics

At Gangnam J Urology Clinic, the process is confidential, straightforward, and handled professionally.

1. Preparation: You’ll be asked to abstain from ejaculation for 2 to 7 days before the test. Avoiding alcohol, excessive caffeine, and heat exposure can improve result accuracy.
2. Semen Collection: The sample is typically provided onsite in a private collection room. If you prefer, you may collect it at home and bring it to the clinic within an hour, stored near body temperature.
3. Laboratory Testing: The semen sample is analyzed within 30 to 60 minutes by trained specialists who evaluate multiple factors, including sperm count, motility, morphology, volume, pH level, and any signs of infection or inflammation.
4. Results Review: Your doctor will go over the results and explain what each parameter means in the context of fertility. If any abnormalities are found, further testing or next steps will be discussed.

Understanding the Results

A healthy semen analysis typically shows a good volume of ejaculate, a high concentration of sperm, strong forward movement (progressive motility), and a reasonable proportion of normally shaped sperm. The semen should also have a balanced pH, and no excessive white blood cells or clumping.

Even if some values fall outside the normal range, it doesn’t automatically mean you’re infertile. Many issues can be treated, managed, or bypassed using assisted reproductive technologies.

Why Choose Gangnam J Urology Clinic?

• Expertise in Men’s Reproductive Health: Urologists trained in male fertility and sexual medicine
• Modern In-House Laboratory: Enables fast turnaround and high testing accuracy
• Patient Privacy and Comfort: Discreet services in a professional environment
• English-Speaking Support: Ideal for expats and international patients
• Follow-Up Options: Additional testing, treatment, or fertility counseling available if needed

Estimated Cost of Sperm Testing in Korea

With NHIS (National Health Insurance):

• The total cost for consultation and testing usually ranges from ₩15,000 to ₩40,000 depending on co-pay rates and test type.

Without NHIS (out-of-pocket):

• Expect to pay ₩100,000 to ₩250,000, including the consultation, lab work, and any additional follow-up tests if needed.

Next Steps After Testing

If results indicate abnormalities, your doctor may recommend:

• Lifestyle adjustments (nutrition, supplements, exercise)
• Hormone evaluation or treatment
• Ultrasound to check for structural issues like varicocele
• Sperm banking if you're preparing for chemotherapy, surgery, or future family planning
• Referral for IVF, ICSI, or IUI if clinically indicated



Whether you’re actively trying to conceive or simply want to understand your reproductive health, a sperm quality analysis offers invaluable insight. It’s a simple test, but the answers it provides can help you make informed decisions about your future. Clinics like Gangnam J Urology Clinic offer international-friendly services in a respectful, supportive environment—helping you take the next step with clarity and confidence.