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semen analysis
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This test is done as a part of fertility studies and is also required to establish the effectiveness of vasectomy. Sperm cells are counted and examined for motility and shape.
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digital rectal examination (DRE)
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Examination of the prostate gland using finger palpation through the rectum.
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circumcision
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A surgical procedure to remove the prepuce of the penis.
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vasovasostomy
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Reversal of a vasectomy.
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vasectomy
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The vas deferens on each side is cut, a piece is removed, and the free ends are folded and ligated (tied) with sutures. This procedure sterilizes the male, so that sperm are not released with the semen.
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transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP)
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A resectoscope is inserted into the urethra, and pieces of the prostate gland are removed using an electrical hot-loop attached to the resectoscope.
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castration
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This is removal of the testicles. When a male is castraed before puberty, he becomes a eunuch.
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PSA assay
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This is a test to determine levels of prostate-specific antigen in the blood.
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