Struggling to Conceive? The Hidden Role of Sperm DNA Fragmentation with Ian Stones of Test Him

About this episode

This episode discusses the impact of sperm DNA fragmentation on male fertility and its role in unexplained infertility.

When couples struggle to conceive, the focus often falls on female fertility but sperm health plays a crucial role too. In this episode, we’re joined by Ian Stones from Test Him to explain sperm DNA fragmentation, one of the most overlooked factors in male fertility and unexplained infertility. We break down what sperm DNA fragmentation actually is, how it differs from a standard semen analysis, and why sperm count and motility can appear “normal” while conception still doesn’t happen. This e...

People in this episode

Guest: Ian Stones

Topics covered

• male fertility
• sperm health
• sperm DNA fragmentation
• infertility
• couples conceiving

Keywords

• sperm DNA fragmentation
• male fertility
• infertility
• sperm health
• semen analysis

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Organizations: Test Him

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