Albuminsmnscnc
This test measures the concentration of albumin in semen to evaluate male reproductive health.
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Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 10558-5
- Short code
- ALB SEM
- Synonyms
- Albumin Smn-sCnc
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Sterile wide-mouthed specimen container (no preservatives)
- Units
- not specified
- Ref low
- 7.5
- Ref high
- 30
- Critical range
- 1.5 not specified – —
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- male
- Age range
- ≥ 18 years
- Method
- Immunoturbidimetry
- CPT
- 82379
- SNOMED
- 274384004
- Specimen volume
- Minimum 1 mL, preferably 2-5 mL of ejaculate
- Stability
- Room temperature (20-25°C): 30-60 minutes for analysis; Refrigerated (2-8°C): up to 24 hours; Frozen (-20°C or below): several weeks for deferred analysis
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 24–72 hours
- Order
- routine
What is this test?
The Semen Albumin test measures the amount of albumin, a protein produced by the liver, in a semen sample. Albumin is naturally present in semen and plays a role in maintaining the proper environment for sperm cells. This test is typically performed as part of a complete semen analysis to evaluate male fertility.
How is the test performed?
A semen sample is collected, usually through masturbation into a sterile container. The sample should be collected after 2-5 days of sexual abstinence for accurate results. The laboratory then analyzes the semen sample to measure the albumin concentration using specialized equipment.
Why is it important?
Albumin in semen helps protect sperm cells and maintains their mobility. Proper albumin levels are essential for sperm health and function. This test provides valuable information about the biochemical environment of semen and can help identify potential problems affecting male fertility.
Reference range
Not well established (typically ~0.5-2.0 g/L or ~7.5-30 µmol/L)not specified
Abstain from ejaculation 2-7 days; collect entire specimen by masturbation into sterile container without lubricants or condoms; deliver promptly
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
◆Associated findings1
Frequently asked questions
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Can women also have this test?
Sources
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