Cheap Haemacytometers
Over the last month or so, whilst we’ve been training people to collect, assess, and ship semen, we keep seeing the same thing:
Haemacytometers bought from eBay… They normally come from China/Hong Kong, have a lengthy description about the great quality… and generally are priced at between £15-£35. “What a great deal!” I hear you cry, as you head off to eBay to get yours. DON’T!
The quality of these haemacytometers is not adequate for accurate estimation of sperm concentration. Those who have bought them from eBay or similar sites will tell you that the clarity of the engraving is poor, and the chambers are generally not very clear, making it very difficult to count sperm cells.
Look for an IMPROVED NEUBAUER haemacytometer. There are great quality sets available from within the UK from as little as £35.00! Look around, and get a quality chamber… You get what you pay for!
