Break free
from the
Limitations
of specimen cups
Break Free
If you collect with the same generic specimen cup method that hasn’t changed since the 1970s, expect the same old results. ProteX is new technology that improves many facets of the collection experience for the patient, practice, and lab. Once you see the side-by-side comparison, you’ll understand just how much more quality, freedom, and flexibility you get with ProteX.
Compare ProteX to the generic specimen cup
Motility and sperm health
Motility rate trend
Steady increase until processing, then stable at high motility
Steady decrease, even after processing
Sperm count trend
Better maintains male’s typical count with less loss than traditional cup
Decreases at collection and beyond due to shock and activation
Simulates in-the-body conditions
Yes
No
Includes the addition of sperm-healthy media at collection
Yes
No
Effects to sperm biology
Designed and proven to protect acrosome and mitochondrial membranes vital for fertilization
Lack of protection causes damage, leading to less intact membranes, lowering conception chances
Higher Motility and Long-term Stability in ProteX
Sperm collected in ProteX are biochemically healthier with intact membranes. Our research proves a significant increase in motility and fertilization capability over the specimen cup within the standard processing time. The sample remains stable at a high motility for the ART procedure. Plus, the built-in protection of ProteX means the sample is still viable many hours thereafter.
Temperature control
Thermal surface exposure area of a collected 5 mL sample
1.8 cm2
32.2 cm2
Cooling Rate (on average)
0.5° F per minute
Decreases at collection and beyond due to shock and activation
Double-wall insulator
Yes
No
Outer surface (prevents thermal exchange)
Yes
Lack of protection causes damage, leading to less intact membranes, lowering conception chances
ProteX Stops the Shock and Drastic Temp Drop
ProteX protects the sample from severe temperature fluctuations that lead to the activation of shock proteins, the acrosome reaction, declining motility, and lower sperm count. We confirmed ProteX has a more optimal environment that not only protects from external factors, but also allows the sample to drive its own temperature naturally.
Flexibility
Window of time until processing is recommended
48 hours
Only 1 hour
At-home collection available
Yes
Typically, no
Patient scheduling
Collects conveniently on their own schedule
Restricted to appointment times
Lab scheduling
Ability to easily pivot and prioritize
Restricted to 1-hour window
Geographic limitations
None
Limited to clinic proximity
Multi-purpose usage
Dedicated to sperm
Also used for blood, urine, stool, and tissue samples
Safety
Biocompatibile with sperm
Yes
Yes
Manufacturing country of origin
USA
China
FDA status
Listed Class 1 and Class 2
Grandfathered in
The best, safest, and most flexible choice is clear.
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