Impact of Seminal Plasma Trace Elements on Human Sperm Motility Parameters

Abstract

Introduction. Human seminal plasma contains a variety of macro and trace elements including magnesium (Mg), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), and iron (Fe) that have essential roles in normal functioning of semen and its quality. The imbalance of these elements has been reported in several pathologic and male infertility disorders. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the levels of these elements in seminal plasma samples, their relationships with each other and their impact on sperm motility.

Keywords

• sperm motility
• magnesium
• copper
• zinc
• iron