Supporting Your Fertility Journey

Why Sperm DNA Matters

Sperm DNA is 50% of your baby’s blueprint - it provides half of the genetic material needed to create a healthy embryo. If the sperm DNA is damaged - a condition called sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) damage - it can lead to:

• Lower chances of conception with both IVF and ICSI
• A higher risk of miscarriage
• Repeated failed fertility treatments

Make Every Cycle Count

Fertility treatment is a big investment—emotionally, physically, and financially. If you’re about to start a cycle, it makes sense to check for hidden sperm DNA damage first, so you can make informed choices about the best way forward.

Examen’s Sperm DNA Fragmentation (SDF) test is already used in 80% of leading private fertility clinics in the UK & Ireland because it gives a deeper insight into sperm health than standard tests. If total SDF damage is high, there are some steps that can be taken to improve sperm quality and give you a better chance of success before your next fertility treatment cycle.

Miscarriage: A Shared Challenge

Around 1 in 4 pregnancies ends in miscarriage, and while it is often assumed to be due to female factors, research shows that male factor SDF damage can play a major role. Checking sperm DNA fragmentation levels can provide answers and help guide your next steps—whether that’s simple lifestyle changes or a different fertility treatment approach.

Take Control of Your Fertility Together

If you’re trying to conceive - whether naturally or through fertility treatment - it makes sense to check everything that could affect your chances. Taking an SDF test is simple and easy, and the results could provide a vital missing piece in your fertility puzzle.

Ask your fertility clinic about Examen’s Sperm DNA Fragmentation tests today.