Abstract:
Methods and systems for measuring and using the oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) of a biological sample are provided. The system generally includes a test strip and a readout device for determining the ORP. The measured ORP is then used to determine characteristics relating to the fertility of the sample or the subject from which the sample was derived. Some characteristics that can be determined include the quality of a sperm sample, an oocyte or a fertilized egg. The measured ORP value can also be used to determine the specific characteristics of a spermatozoa sample, such as the morphology of the spermatozoa, the motility of the spermatozoa, the number of cells in the sample and the concentration of the cells in the sample. Knowledge of such characteristics and fertility potential can be used to identify individuals that might benefit from specific fertility treatments.
Abstract:
Methods and systems for measuring and using the oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) of a biological sample are provided. The ORP measurements are used to determine the quality of an oocyte or a fertilized egg. Knowledge of the quality of a fertilized egg allows the selection of eggs most likely to result in a successful pregnancy. Such knowledge can also be used to determine the optimal time for transferring a fertilized egg into the uterus, increasing the likelihood of a successful pregnancy.
Abstract:
Methods and systems for measuring and using the oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) of a biological sample are provided. The system generally includes a test strip and a readout device for determining the ORP. The measured ORP is then used to determine characteristics relating to the fertility of the sample or the subject from which the sample was derived. Some characteristics that can be determined include the quality of a sperm sample, an oocyte or a fertilized egg. The measured ORP value can also be used to determine the specific characteristics of a spermatozoa sample, such as the morphology of the spermatozoa, the motility of the spermatozoa, the number of cells in the sample and the concentration of the cells in the sample. Knowledge of such characteristics and fertility potential can be used to identify individuals that might benefit from specific fertility treatments.
Abstract:
Methods for treatment of infertility and for determining appropriate treatment of infertility in varicocele patients involving the use of the oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) status of semen samples are provided. In addition, methods for determining the effectiveness of a varicocelectomy procedure on infertile male subjects is provided.
Abstract:
Methods and systems for measuring and using the oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) of a biological sample are provided. Also provided are methods of characterizing an individual who has suffered a stroke by measuring the ORP of a biological sample. The disclosed methods can be used to characterize the individual with regard to their likelihood of survival, severity of the stroke and their estimated length of stay in a medical facility.
Abstract:
Methods and systems for preventing or reducing side effects of testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) by administering a testosterone formulation multiple times per day are disclosed. The methods of the present invention enable men who cannot tolerate previous TRT regimens, e.g. because they wish to attempt to conceive or are at risk of developing cardiovascular side effects, to receive TRT treatment.