ANATOMY :
ANATOMY
ANATOMY :
ANATOMY
Essential reproductive functions of the male :
Essential reproductive functions of the male
PHYSIOLOGY :
PHYSIOLOGY Testosterone Testosterone
Control of testicular function :
Control of testicular function GnRH Leydig Cells LH FSH Testosterone - -
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Spermatogenesis
Requires Testosterone FSH
Spermatozoon :
Spermatozoon
Sertoli Cells :
Sertoli Cells Provide nutrient to developing sperm cells
Control site of spermatogenesis
Forms blood-testes barrier
Secrete androgen-binding protein
Secrete Müllerian-inhibiting factor during fetal development
Physiology of Ejaculation :
Physiology of Ejaculation
Clinical significanceProstaglandins :
Clinical significanceProstaglandins Prostaglandins are a 20 carbon fatty acid derivative produced from arachidonic acid Promote the transport of sperm by action on smooth muscle in the male and female reproductive tracts
Clinical Significance: Reproduction :
Clinical Significance: Reproduction
Clinical Importance: Testosterone :
Clinical Importance: Testosterone Growth & Maturation of Reproductive system Hair Growth Muscle & Bone Growth Gonadotropin hormone secretion