Model
Digital Document
Publisher
Florida Atlantic University
Description
Current sperm processing methods used in assisted reproductive technologies can
cause damage to the sperm cell. New ways that mimic the natural guidance mechanisms
present in the female genital tract may offer ways to sort sperm with better fertility
parameters. Sperm that respond to these cues may have better over sperm health. Human
sperm exhibit positive rheotaxis by orienting and swimming against the fluid released by
the female genital tract. At certain flow rates sperm can actively orient and swim against
the flow. Sperm retrieved that exhibit positive rheotaxis have higher motility and better
morphology than the original semen sample.
cause damage to the sperm cell. New ways that mimic the natural guidance mechanisms
present in the female genital tract may offer ways to sort sperm with better fertility
parameters. Sperm that respond to these cues may have better over sperm health. Human
sperm exhibit positive rheotaxis by orienting and swimming against the fluid released by
the female genital tract. At certain flow rates sperm can actively orient and swim against
the flow. Sperm retrieved that exhibit positive rheotaxis have higher motility and better
morphology than the original semen sample.
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