Editors: Marco G. Alves, Pedro Fontes Oliveira

Series Title: Andrology: Current and Future Developments

Biochemistry of Andrology

Volume 1

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Library License: US $156
ISSN: 2543-1609 (Print)
ISSN: 2543-1617 (Online)
ISBN: 978-1-68108-501-2 (Print)
ISBN: 978-1-68108-500-5 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2017
DOI: 10.2174/97816810850051170101

Introduction

This textbook comprehensively covers the physiology and biochemistry of the processes in the male reproductive system. Readers will gain an understanding of a variety of general topics relevant to andrology through fourteen chapters which include information about male reproductive anatomy, sexual development, spermatogenesis, sperm-egg interactions necessary for fertilization, reproductive toxicology, congenital disorders, sexually transmitted diseases, male sterility and changes due to aging.

The book serves as a primary andrology reference for medical students studying reproductive biology.

Preface

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List of Contributors

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Introduction

- Pp. 1-5 (5)
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Testis Physiology

- Pp. 6-37 (32)
Bruno P. Moreira, João P. Monteiro, Maria J. Meneses

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Basic Aspects of Testicular Cells: Physiology and Function

- Pp. 38-79 (42)
João P. Monteiro

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Basic Aspects of Spermatogenesis

- Pp. 80-125 (46)
Bernardo C. Rodrigues, Mário Sousa

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Hormonal Control of Male Reproductive Function

- Pp. 126-153 (28)
Maria J. Meneses, Ana D. Martins

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Male Puberty: A Triggered Biochemical Event towards Sexual Maturation

- Pp. 154-177 (24)
Ana D. Martins, João P. Monteiro

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Biochemical Events Occurring in the Epididymis

- Pp. 178-206 (29)
Tânia R. Dias, Raquel L. Bernardino

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Formation and Biochemistry of Seminal Plasma and Male Accessory Fluids

- Pp. 207-229 (23)
Raquel L. Bernardino

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Functional and Biochemical Aspects of Spermatozoa

- Pp. 230-256 (27)
Tânia R. Dias

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Biochemistry Behind the Journey of Spermatozoa Through the Female Reproductive Tract

- Pp. 257-290 (34)
Luís Rato

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Testicular Cancer, Erectile Dysfunction and Male Reproductive Health

- Pp. 291-325 (35)
Luís Rato

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Metabolic Disorders and Male Reproductive Health

- Pp. 326-359 (34)
Maria J. Meneses

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Environmental Cues and Sperm Quality

- Pp. 360-388 (29)
Ana M. Cardoso, Luís Rato

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Biochemical Changes in the Reproductive Function of the Aging Male

- Pp. 389-411 (23)
Susana P. Almeida, Luís Rato

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Subject Index

- Pp. 412-417 (6)
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