Evaluation of Aloe vera’s Impact on Semen Parameters in Albino Rat Using Computer-Assisted Semen Analysis (CASA) Technique
Prerna Bisen
Late N.P.W. Arts and Science College, Chopa, India.
Varsha Dhurvey
PGTD of Zoology, RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur, India.
Nayan Kumbhare
PGTD of Zoology, RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur, India.
Vaibhavi Ingle *
PGTD of Zoology, RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur, India.
Asmita Patil
Government Frozen Semen Station, Nagpur, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Aloe vera is a significant and well-recognized medicinal plant, extensively utilized by people globally as a popular remedy for overall health. Despite its widespread use, it has been established that Aloe vera exhibits anti-fertility properties. Consequently, this research was conducted to explore the potential of Aloe vera to cause male reproductive dysfunction. Our findings indicate that Aloe vera leads to a reduction in both body weight and testis weight. Additionally, results from CASA (Computer Assisted Semen Analysis) reveal a dose-dependent decrease in sperm concentration and motility. Furthermore, it increased the percentage of sperm abnormalities. Therefore, Aloe vera has been shown to exert an anti-fertility effect on the male reproductive system of albino rats.
Keywords: Testis, Aloe vera, fertility, sperm count, sperm motility