Home Semen Testing for Male Infertility
Trial Summary
Do I need to stop my current medications for this trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
How is the YoSperm home semen test unique compared to other treatments for male infertility?
What is the purpose of this trial?
The overall objective of the proposed study is to enhance early detection of male factor infertility and reduce cost and morbidity associated with delayed diagnosis through development of a universal screening model based on home semen testing. The advent of inexpensive and accurate home semen testing has enabled a potential paradigm shift in the approach to male fertility evaluation. The investigator's central hypothesis is that universal home semen testing prior to attempts to conceive is easy for participants and can lead to reduced fertility-related anxiety and early detection of male factor infertility, thereby expediting evaluation and treatment for the couple while minimizing unnecessary cost and morbidity.This study is specifically designed to assess the feasibility and utility of home semen testing for couples who are beginning attempts to conceive. First, the investigator will assess participants' ability to complete the home semen testing, ease of use, and obstacles encountered in doing so. Second, the investigator will examine the impact of home semen testing in fertility-related quality of life among couples beginning attempts to conceive, as well as ability of home semen testing to increase the diagnosis and treatment of male infertility in these couples.
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for men over 18 without children, who are starting to try for a baby with their female partner. They should not have tried conceiving for more than 3 months and must be able to use smart devices compatible with the YoSperm test. Men with a history of infertility or certain medical conditions, or women with irregular periods or infertility history cannot join.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants use the YoSperm device for home semen testing to assess feasibility and utility
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in fertility-related quality of life and well-being
Treatment Details
Interventions
- YoSperm
YoSperm is already approved in United States for the following indications:
- Male fertility testing
- Sperm count estimation
- Sperm motility assessment
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Northwestern University
Lead Sponsor