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Which Round of Sperm Is More Fertile?

Published in Reproductive Health 1 min read

The sperm in the first fraction of ejaculate are generally more fertile.

Here's why:

Sperm quality varies throughout the ejaculate. Studies have shown that the initial portion of semen typically contains a higher concentration of sperm, better motility (ability to move), and superior DNA integrity compared to the later fractions. This means the sperm released at the beginning of ejaculation have a greater chance of successfully fertilizing an egg.

Essentially, the first "round" contains the prime swimmers, increasing the odds of conception.

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