Identifying quality issues in semen products for artificial insemination is impossible without proper tools and analysis.
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“As a livestock breeder, I can measure sperm concentration and motility on-site with Ongo's mobile sperm analyzer for more predictable breeding and streamlined operations.”
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"As a veterinary reproduction specialist, I use Ongo's mobile semen analyser to efficiently provide semen evaluation services and help clients optimize their breeding programs."
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"As a researcher, I utilize Ongo's mobile digital microscope to study semen anywhere, accelerating my discoveries and enhancing student learning."
The looped video shows an output recording from the Ongo Vision device, displaying an example analysis of a post-thaw bull semen sample, which can be saved, shared, or archived by the user.
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The Ongo Semen Analyzer includes the following components:
Patented portable digital video-microscope (Ongo Vision only):
Features autofocus and digital zoom capabilities for detailed sample analysis.
Built-in heated stage: Maintains semen samples at body temperature to ensure accurate results.
Specialized two-chamber slides: Calibrated specifically for reliable and precise semen analysis.
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The Ongo Semen Analyzer measures two key semen parameters:
Concentration: The number of sperm cells per unit volume of the semen sample.
Motility: The percentage of sperm cells that are actively moving.
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The Ongo Semen Analyzer can measure diluted semen samples with an optimized range of 10-80 million sperm cells/ml in various conditions, including:
Fresh semen samples
Cooled semen samples
Post-thawed semen samples
This versatility allows for comprehensive semen analysis across different sample preparation methods and storage conditions.
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The Ongo Semen Analyzer can be used for a wide variety of species, depending on the model:
Ongo Vision: 🐔 Poultry, 🐶 Dogs, 🐴 Horses, 🐂 Bulls, 🐖 Boars, 🐏 Rams, 🐐 Goats, 🦌 Deer, 🐁 Mice, 🐇 Rabbits, 🐟 Fish
Ongo Compact Plus: 🐔 Poultry, 🐶 Dogs, 🐴 Horses, 🐂 Bulls, 🐖 Boars, 🐏 Rams
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The Ongo Semen Analyzers generate multiple files for each measurement:
Video of the analysis: The video is saved in a platform-specific format. For the Ongo Compact, the video is stored on a pen drive, while for the Ongo Vision, it is saved to a selected hard drive.
Results: The analysis results are saved in a shareable and printable .pdf format, making it easy to share electronically or print for record-keeping purposes.
Data: All measurement data is saved in a .csv file format, allowing for additional calculations and analysis using spreadsheet software.
Each measurement has its own dedicated folder, making it easy to locate and manage the associated files.
Ongo Compact Plus
The Ongo Compact Plus is a portable, all-in-one semen analyzer with a built-in display and computer for on-site analysis. It features a heated stage for optimal sample conditions but does not include digital zoom or internet connectivity for updates and time settings.
Ongo Vision
The Ongo Vision is a portable semen analyzer that connects to Android and/or Windows devices for analysis. It offers digital zoom capabilities for enhanced sample examination and allows for data entry and quick sharing of results.
Ongo Slides
Ongo Slides are specialized glass slides designed for use in semen analysis. A Box contains 25 slides. Each slide consists of two 20-micron chambers that hold diluted semen samples, allowing for accurate and efficient analysis using Ongo Compact and Ongo Vision semen analyzers.
At Ongo, we understand the importance of successful breeding programs for livestock operations and beloved pets. Our mobile Computer Aided Semen Analyzer provides detailed insights to support your breeding efforts with care and precision.
The development of our mobile semen analyzer technology involved the collaborative efforts of physicists, computer imaging experts, biologists, and veterinary professionals over roughly 5 years. Through rigorous testing using the Bland-Altman statistical method and genetic algorithms, we refined and validated this technology.
Discover the latest insights and best practices in animal breeding and reproduction at the Ongo Insights blog. Our experts cover topics from artificial insemination to mobile computer-aided semen analysis (mobile CASA) across various species.
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