Andrology Laboratory Masters

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Andrology Laboratory Masters

This master’s andrology laboratory encompasses both the laboratory aspects and its clinical application in a detailed format for a comprehensive understanding of the subject for a pellucid reporting system. This course helps evaluate semen and its properties and elaborate on semen preparation for various ART procedures. The module delivered by experts includes lessons on all laboratory and Andrology protocols including Semen Analysis, Sperm Preparation Techniques, Semen Freezing, Advanced Sperm Function tests (Fructose, HOS, Vitality, Peroxidase Staining), Sperm DNA Fragmentation, Semen Banking & Sperm Retrieval Techniques. The module involves an ample number of video sessions for the audience to familiarize themselves with laboratory routines.

Course Information

    Learning Objectives

    Understanding the workup for male infertility, including the importance of the physical examination

    Semen analysis and its role in clinical diagnosis and decision making

    Restate the limitations of the primary semen analysis and importance of advanced semen analysis

    Learn semen analysis and ancillary tests by the WHO sixth edition criteria

    Learn advanced sperm preparation methods used in assisted reproduction such as: IUI,IVF and ICSI

    Understand advanced sperm function tests

    Learn methods for male fertility preservation for use in ART

    Learning Outcomes

    Theoretical and technical knowledge of the clinical Andrology

    Knowledge of setting up Andrology lab

    Operational and Quality Management skills

    Audience

    Lab technicians in the field of Andrology and Embryology, PG Students in the field of Urology, General Surgery, Gynecology and Reproductive medicine

    Course Content

  • Physiology & Anatomy

    Anatomy of the male reproductive system

    Sperm Transport and Maturation

    Seminal Plasma and Its Role

    Spermatogenesis and Spermiogenesis

  • Setting up of IUI Lab

    • Setting Up of Andrology Laboratory
      • 1. Requirements
      • 2. Guidelines to setup IUI Lab

  • Lab Maintenance

    • Quality Analysis and Quality Check
      • 1. Media and Disposables Handling
      • 2. Handling of Liquid Nitrogen
      • 3. LN2 Tank Maintenance
      • 4. Handling of Sero Positive Samples

  • Semen Analysis

    Macro Evaluation, Micro Analysis & DFI by Flow Cytrometry

    Semen Analysis: Practical aspects

    Interpretation Of Abnormal Semen Analysis

    WHO 5th & 6th Manual - Differences and Clinical Implications

  • Sperm Processing Techniques

    • Sperm Preparation Techniques and Practical Implications
      • 1. Simple Wash
      • 2. Swim Up
      • 3. Double Density Gradient
      • 4. Microfluidics
      • 5. Retrograde Ejaculation Sample Preparation
      • 6. TESA Sperm processing Technique

  • Sperm Freezing Techniques

    • Sperm Cryopreservation and Sperm Vitrification with fundamentals of cryobiology and implications to practice
      • 1. Slow Freezing Methods
      • 2. Vitrification
      • 3. TESA Sample Freezing

  • Upskilling

    CASA

    • MACS & U Select Method
Self-paced
6 months course
Hours of effort - 2.5 hours/ week

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Director

Dr. S.S. Vasan

Medical Director, Ankur Healthcare Pvt Ltd., Bengaluru

Course Director

Ms. Jayalakshmi

Senior Embryologist, Ankur Healthcare Pvt Ltd., Bengaluru

Authors

Dr. Rupin Shah

Consultant Andrologist & Microsurgeon, Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai

Dr. Balasubramanyam Vaidyanathan

Senior Anatomist, St. John's Medical College, Bengaluru

Dr. Madhuri Patil

Clinical Director of Dr. Patil's Fertility and Endoscopy Clinic, Bengaluru

Dr. Roopa P.

Consultant Reproductive Medicine, Ankur Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru

Dr. Ashish Reddy

Consultant Microsurgical Andrologist, Hyderabad

Ms. Chaitra Rajanna

Consultant Embryologist, Ankur Healthcare Pvt Ltd., Bengaluru

Ms. Pooja B.

Andrology Technician, Ankur Healthcare Pvt Ltd. Bengaluru

Disclosure

The information in this educational programme is provided for medical education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a physician relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient's medical condition. The viewpoints expressed in this course are those of the authors/faculty/experts. They do not represent an endorsement by 'Us'. In no event will 'We' be liable for any decision made or action taken in reliance upon the information provided through this course. The above authors have indicated they have no relationship which, in the context of their presentations, could be perceived as a potential conflict of interest

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