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Fertility Glossary

TESA

Needle aspiration of sperm from testicular tissue.

Male fertility

Testicular sperm aspiration draws tissue and sperm directly from the testis with a needle. It is used where epididymal retrieval is not possible or has failed, and is generally performed under sedation or general anaesthetic.

Also known as: testicular sperm aspiration

Sources

  • Healthy Male (healthymale.org.au)
  • Healthdirect Australia (healthdirect.gov.au)

Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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