Competency information
Details
Perform repeated sperm counts for concentration and motility using the same semen sample and be able to explain the variation observed.
Considerations
- Normal male and female reproductive anatomy and physiology.
- Current legislation and regulation as it applies to Reproductive Science.
- Principles of and standards for diagnostic semen analysis.
- Characteristics of normal and abnormal semen samples.
- Semen preparation, including different methodologies, diagnostic tests and functional tests.
Relevant learning outcomes
| # | Outcome |
|---|---|
| # 1 | Outcome Apply and interpret quality assurance methodologies in reproductive science. |
| # 2 | Outcome Apply health and safety methodologies and practices appropriate to the reproductive science laboratory. |
| # 3 | Outcome Perform to accepted standard relevant techniques for semen analysis and preparation. |