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Fertility Glossary

Sperm motility

The proportion of sperm that are moving, and how well.

Male fertility

Motility is reported as total and progressive motility. Progressive movement matters most for natural conception and IUI. Delay between production and analysis, heat and incomplete collection can all lower a result artificially.

Also known as: progressive motility, movement

Sources

  • Canadian Urological Association

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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