Leukocytospermia is defined as the presence of peroxidase-positive white blood cells in excess of:
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Correct answer: 1,000,000 per mL
Leukocytospermia (or pyosemia) is defined as >1.0 million WBCs per mL of semen. This condition may indicate an underlying infection or inflammation of the male reproductive tract.
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