A Preliminary Study on Effect of Omega-3 on Human Sperm
Launched by HADASSAH MEDICAL ORGANIZATION · May 29, 2007
Trial Information
Current as of May 23, 2025
Unknown status
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The phospholipids of mammalian spermatozoa possess a distinctive and highly unusual fatty acid composition, the most unique feature of which is a very high proportion of long chain (C20-22) highly polyunsaturated fatty acyl groups. In most mammals, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA; 22:6,n-3) is the dominant polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) although, in several species, docosapentaenoic acid (22:5,n-6) is also a major component 2. The lipid composition is a major determinant of the membrane flexibility required for the characteristic flagella movement of spermatozoa and for the fusogenic propertie...
Gender
MALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Patients with asthenozoospermia (low progressive motility), teratozoopermia (abnormal morphology) and/or oligozoospermia (low sperm count)
About Hadassah Medical Organization
Hadassah Medical Organization (HMO) is a leading healthcare institution based in Jerusalem, Israel, renowned for its commitment to advancing medical research and improving patient care. As a prominent clinical trial sponsor, HMO leverages its state-of-the-art facilities and multidisciplinary expertise to conduct innovative research across various therapeutic areas. The organization is dedicated to fostering collaboration between clinical researchers, healthcare professionals, and academic institutions, ensuring the highest standards of ethical practice and scientific rigor. HMO's mission is to translate groundbreaking research into effective treatments, ultimately enhancing health outcomes for diverse populations both locally and globally.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Jerusalem, , Israel
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Ariel Revel, MD
Principal Investigator
Hadassah university hospital
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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