Open AccessProper use and impact of ‘Computer Assisted Semen Analysis’ technique on semen evaluation of farm animals
Author(s) -
Ilias Michos,
Athina Basioura,
C. Boscos,
Ιoannis Tsakmakidis
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
journal of the hellenic veterinary medical society
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.186
H-Index - 7
eISSN - 2585-3724
pISSN - 1792-2720
DOI - 10.12681/jhvms.15506
Subject(s) - semen , fertility , semen analysis , sperm , andrology , computer science , biology , medicine , infertility , environmental health , pregnancy , population , genetics
Objective of this review is to present the use of ‘Computer Assisted Semen Analysis’ technique application in farm animal health management, in particular the steps for accurate semen evaluation and the impact of the method in predicting male animal fertility under field conditions. Requirements for proper use of the equipment, factors affecting the evaluation process and the role of the estimated parametres for fertility under field conditions are described. Special reference is made in sperm motility evaluation. It is concluded that the method is an effective and efficient tool for semen evaluation, provided good practices are strictly applied and adhered to, by means of which valid results may be obtained.