Parameter | Setting |
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Field-of-view depth=Depth of sample chamber | 20 µm |
Light adjustment | 90–105 |
Total number of cells evaluated or number of fields | 1,500 spermatozoa or 14 fields |
Sperm recognition area | 15–75 µm2 |
Frame rate | 25 frames/sec |
Points assessed for sperm motility | 11, VAP points 5 |
Total motility | Progressive motility + local motility |
Local motility | DSL (distance: straight) < 6.0 µm |
Progressive motility | > 75% of STR (straightness) |