Level of Copper in Human Split Ejaculate

Abstract

Purpose The purpose of this study was to understand the details of splits of an ejaculate and to locate the origin of release of copper into semen. Methods Laboratory methods routinely followed for semen analysis were carried out. Copper was estimated by employing atomic absorption spectrophotometry. Results First split of ejaculate showed the highest number of motile sperm, the quality of which decreased from first to third. Copper level in splits 1, 2 and 3 was 29, 23 and 22 µg%, respectively. Conclusions This study concluded that copper was released from throughout the genital tract.