Altered sperm parameters and subclinical hypothyroidism; A cross sectional study in Karachi, Pakistan.

Rehana Rehman Amara Zafar Syeda Sadia Fatima Aleena Mohib Aisha Sheikh

Published in: International journal of clinical practice (2020)

A higher frequency of SCH, decreased levels of testosterone and SHBG was observed in the "Altered Sperm Parameters" group. The results establish relationship of disturbance in TH with alteration of sperm parameters and reproductive hormones thus contributing to male infertility.

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