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Simple Home Kit Tests the Success of a Vasectomy

Indications For Use

 

SpermCheck® Vasectomy is a rapid test for use at home to detect sperm in semen following a vasectomy. This simple test will quickly let you or your doctor know when the number of sperm has dropped to a very low level and it is safe to stop other methods of birth control.

 

SpermCheck® Vasectomy is a quick screening test that will give you either a positive or negative result. A positive result does not necessarily mean that your vasectomy failed, but does indicate that additional testing is needed. A negative result means your sperm count is extremely low, at or below a level shown by scientific studies to present very little risk of pregnancy. However, it is important that you talk to your doctor and fully understand the meaning of the results before you decide to stop using other birth control methods. SpermCheck® Vasectomy can also be used at later times (a year or more after your vasectomy) in order to confirm that your sperm count is still close to zero.

 

Important Information About This Test

 

  • Read these instructions carefully and completely before starting the test.

  • Do not use after the expiration date printed on the package.

  • This test should be performed at room temperature 64-86ºF (18-30ºC).

  • Keep out of the reach of children.

  • This kit does not prevent pregnancy.

  • This test does not protect against sexually transmitted diseases.

  • Poor vision and/or improper lighting may affect interpretation of the results.

  • Each test is intended for a single use only.

  • If it has been less than six months since your vasectomy, we suggest that you:

    • Follow your doctor’s instructions about when to perform this test, and

  • Discuss the test results and what to do next with your doctor.

 

Instructions And Use

 

For accurate results, you must follow the steps below as described in this instruction pamphlet.

 

1) Read and understand the entire instruction pamphlet.

2) Check the kit contents.

3) Collect a semen sample.

4) Perform the test.

5) Read the result.

6) Call Technical Support at (866) 942-0030 if you are not sure how to perform the test, how to
    read the result, of if you don't understand the meaning of your test result.

 

Kit Contents


Your SpermCheck® Vasectomy Kit contains everything you need to perform one SpermCheck® Vasectomy test. Open the kit and make sure that it contains the following items:

 

  • 1 SpermCheck® Vasectomy Device in foil pouch
  • 1 Semen Collection Cup
  • 1 Semen Transfer Device in a foil pouch
  • 1 Solution Bottle

 

If any parts of the kit are missing or damaged, please return the kit to the place of purchase or call (866) 683-7340 weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET for assistance.

 

Materials required, but not provided:

  • Timer of watch

 

How to Collect Your Semen Sample

 

Obtain your semen sample by manual stimulation (masturbation). Collect the sample in the Semen Collection Cup provided.

 

  • Ejaculate directly inside the Semen Collection Cup without losing any portion of the semen. It is important to collect the entire ejaculate. If you do lose some of the semen, discard the sample. Wait at least 48 hours and collect a fresh sample.

  • After collection, place the cap on the Semen Collection Cup and let it sit for 20 minutes.

 


Further Links

  • Indications For Use 
  • How to Perform the Test 
  • How To Read The Test Result
  • Quick Guide To Performing The Test
  • Product Insert Download
  • Patient Pamphlet Download
  • Clinical Paper Download  

 

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