Imagine that you have had a vasectomy for a couple of years and suddenly you discover that your wife is pregnant. Before you think the worst, you should make sure that you are still infertile by using a sperm test kit. Basically, what this kit does is measure the amount of sperm in your semen, making a difference between whether you can get pregnant or not. Keep in mind that even if the result is negative, it does not mean that it is the correct result. The problem with this type of situation is that many men do not have the sperm test after vasectomy recommended by their doctor on an annual basis. That’s right, every year. Once there is a pregnancy, they rush out to take the test without following the instructions and end up having unnecessary problems with their partner.

When can you take the test?

In order for you to be able to accept the results the test gives you, you must know the exact moment when you can take a semen sample. If you had a sexual encounter in the last 48 hours, it is not recommended to take the test. The reason is simple to explain. When you ejaculate, the sperm that could have been concentrated at that time has been released. In other words, there is no more sperm in your seminal fluid. Assuming you have a leak in your vasectomy, it is best to wait 3 to 5 days to take the test. This way you can give the sperm time to concentrate again. It is also important to read the instructions that come with the kit.

What happens if you get a negative result?

You have just used a sperm test kit, and the result is negative. You’ve followed the instructions to the letter, and you’re sure you didn’t make any mistakes. Should you doubt your partner at this point? The answer is no. Urologists recommend that, when you get a result, you repeat the test a few days later. That is, you have to get two consecutive similar results. If you get two negative results, it is likely that your partner has been unfaithful. If you get two positive results, then there was a leak in your vasectomy and you will be a father. However, remember that you can always ask your urologist for help before deciding about your relationship. Keep in mind that, although these types of leaks are very rare, they can occur at any time.