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Immune factor and infertility.

S Chhabra1, P Sinha, P Narang

  • 1Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sevagram Wardha, Maharashtra, India.

International Journal of Fertility
|July 1, 1989
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Immune factors, specifically sperm antibodies, are linked to infertility. This study found significant presence of these antibodies in infertile women and some infertile men, suggesting an immune component in conception difficulties.

Area of Science:

  • Immunology
  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Gynaecology

Background:

  • Infertility affects many couples, with immune factors playing a potential role.
  • Sperm antibodies can interfere with natural conception.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of sperm antibodies in infertile males and females.
  • To assess the role of immune factors in unexplained infertility.

Main Methods:

  • Sera from 200 infertile individuals (100 couples) were tested for sperm antibodies.
  • Gelatin agglutination test and tube slide agglutination test were employed.
  • Control groups were included for comparison.

Main Results:

  • In couples with unexplained infertility, 16-18% of males and 30% of females tested positive for sperm antibodies.

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  • Positive antibody tests were significantly higher in infertile females compared to controls.
  • Male controls showed no positive antibody tests.

    • Conclusions:

    • Sperm antibodies are frequently detected in infertile populations, particularly in females.
    • Immune factors, indicated by sperm antibodies, may contribute significantly to infertility.
    • Further research into immunoinfertility is warranted.