Microfluidic sperm sorting is an advanced sperm preparation technique used to select healthier sperm for fertility treatment. It is a chemical free method that uses a disposable chip to separate sperm in a gentler and more precise way before use in IUI, IVF or ICSI. This method has been shown to help reduce sperm DNA fragmentation, especially in men with high DNA fragmentation index, also known as DFI.
One of the common causes of high sperm DNA fragmentation is oxidative stress, which can lead to the production of reactive oxygen species, also known as ROS. In conventional sperm preparation, centrifugation is often used, and this process may increase the generation of ROS. Microfluidic sperm sorting avoids centrifugation and therefore reduces the risk of additional oxidative stress during sperm preparation.
At Nordica Fertility Centre, microfluidic sperm sorting may be considered as a more natural and gentle approach to selecting sperm with better motility, morphology, and genetic quality. It is designed to imitate the natural sperm selection process that takes place in the female reproductive system.
Microfluidic sperm sorting works by imitating natural sperm selection and choosing sperm with better functional quality. The selected sperm are often associated with improved morphology, better genetic quality, and stronger motility and viability when compared with unsorted sperm.
Studies show this technique significantly increases clinical pregnancy rates (up to 35.56%), boosts embryo quality, and results in more top-grade blastocysts.
Nordica Fertility Centre is among the few clinics in West Africa to adopt microfluidic sperm sorting, a more advanced alternative to traditional methods such as centrifugation and swim-up, which can generate reactive oxygen species (ROS) and impact sperm DNA integrity.
Our clinical experience shows that this technique significantly reduces DNA fragmentation while improving fertilization, embryo development, and blastulation rates, enhancing overall treatment outcomes. This innovation further strengthens our expertise in the management and treatment of male factor infertility, delivering better chances of success for our patients.
Since its establishment, Nordica Fertility Centre has become one of Nigeria’s leading destinations for expert fertility treatment and reproductive healthcare. Patients choose Nordica for its combination of advanced fertility solutions, experienced specialists, personalised care, and a strong commitment to helping individuals and couples achieve their dream of starting a family. It’s easy to see why.
For a lot of couples with fertility challenges, the decision to pursue care often comes down to the bottom line of affordability. That is why we have designed our billing structure to be as transparent and friendly as possible.
At Nordica, our Care Team model ensures every patient receives a truly personalized experience. We go beyond clinical treatment to support each couple holistically – integrating nutrition, stress management, and lifestyle guidance into care. By addressing the emotional, physical, and mental aspects of fertility, we create the best possible environment for successful outcomes.
At Nordica, we are committed to helping individuals and couples achieve their dream of parenthood. Through cutting-edge reproductive technologies, personalized treatment plans, and advanced genetic screening, we consistently deliver strong clinical outcomes.
With world-class facilities and expertise, our success rates meet – and often exceed – international benchmarks, particularly in complex and challenging cases.
We are affiliated with the leading fertility treatment and research centres in the world including Monash University Australia, Nordica International, Denmark and IVI Spain.
The emotional stress of infertility can be overwhelming. All staff are all well trained and experienced in providing ongoing emotional support and guidance for couples going through infertility evaluation and treatment. We also have well trained and skilled fertility counsellors.
At Nordica, we possess the latest methods for enhancing success in ART. We use many techniques and methods such as IMSI, PICSI, Laser Assisted Hatching and Microfluidic Sperm Sorting for successful treatments.
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