WhiteLab SP-10 Male Fertility Rapid Test

In short: The WhiteLab SP-10 male fertility rapid test is a discreet first step that can be done at home for men who want information about one aspect of their fertility. By detecting the SP-10 protein, it indicates whether sperm concentration is above or below 15 million/ml. The result can be read in 5 minutes.

Key Features

• Analyte: SP-10 acrosomal protein
• Cut-off: 15 million sperm/ml
• Result: readable in 5 minutes
• Accuracy: 98 percent (manufacturer's data)
• CE 0123 marked rapid diagnostic medical device approved for home self-testing

What It Shows and What It Does Not

The test detects the SP-10 acrosomal protein found in sperm and only provides information on sperm concentration relative to the cut-off. Fertility is also influenced by other factors, such as sperm motility and morphology, about which the rapid test gives no information. Therefore, a result above the cut-off does not in itself mean that all fertility factors are in order.

Who Is It For?

For men who are planning a baby with their partner and want initial information discreetly at home. It is worth discussing the result and the next steps with a doctor, possibly together with your partner.

Why a Home Rapid Test?

The test can be done discreetly in your own home, without an appointment, and gives a result within minutes. This makes it easier to decide whether you should see a doctor, and you can take the result with you to the consultation. It is especially useful if you find it hard to make time for an appointment at a doctor's office or are looking for a more discreet option.

Use and Storage

Please follow the instructions for use in the package exactly, especially the steps on sample collection and reading time, as following them affects the result. Read the instructions all the way through before collecting the sample, and have a clock or timer ready so you keep to the reading time. Keep the test in its original, unopened packaging until use.

Important Information

The rapid test gives a preliminary, informational result: it does not provide a diagnosis and does not replace a medical examination. If the result is positive or uncertain, or if your symptoms persist despite a negative result, see a doctor, who will decide on any further tests.

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Trusted Sources

• NNGYK – National Center for Public Health and Pharmacy (Hungary)