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Sperm motility describes the ability of sperm to move properly through the female reproductive tract (internal fertilization) or through water (external fertilization) to reach the egg.
Sperm morphology is routinely tested for in the male infertility semen analysis. Most men have a large percentage of abnormal sperm morphology, with only 4-15% of their sperm being considered normal. What is important is that that 4-15% has good vitality and motility. Also important is the overall volume of semen, sperm concentration, and sperm count.