P-1010: Improvement of the semen collection environment using a new semen collection device

Abstract

It is well established that rapid changes in specimen temperature can be detrimental to semen quality. While specimen containers are often warmed to 37°C prior to collection, it is not uncommon for the collection to last long enough to allow significant cooling of the container and it specimen. Further, transport issues and/or delays in processing might allow for further temperature shifts. Recently, a new specimen collection device (SCD) was introduced (ReproMax; Embryonic Technologies, Austin, TX).