Semen collection

Semen collection

Semen collection refers to the process of obtaining semen from domestic animals or humans with the use of various methods, for the purposes of artificial insemination, or medical study (usually in fertility clinics). Semen can be collected via masturbation, prostate massage, artificial vagina, penile vibratory stimulation (vibroejaculation) and electroejaculation.

ee also

*Post-mortem sperm retrieval

External links

* [http://observer.guardian.co.uk/print/0,,329615916-119091,00.html The men's rooms] A British journalist takes a closer look at the phenomenon of semen collection.


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