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Fertility Glossary

Azoospermia

No sperm found in the ejaculate.

Male fertility

Azoospermia is confirmed on two centrifuged samples and then classified as obstructive, where production is normal but the passage is blocked, or non-obstructive, where production itself is impaired. Hormone tests, genetic tests and examination make the distinction. Many men with azoospermia can still have biological children through surgical sperm retrieval with ICSI.

Also known as: no sperm, zero sperm count

Sources

  • Canadian Urological Association

Last reviewed: September 9, 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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