HISTOGENESIS OF THE MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
Abstract
Histogenesis of the male reproductive system is a tightly coordinated developmental sequence in which genetic sex determination is translated into organ-level differentiation of the testes, the ductal system, accessory glands, and external genitalia. The process begins with formation of the urogenital ridge and migration of primordial germ cells, proceeds through testis determination driven by a somatic cell program, and culminates in androgen- and peptide-mediated remodeling of embryonic ducts and the urogenital sinus.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Genetic and Clinical Aspects of Sex Determination and Chromosomal Abnormalities
Sperm and Testicular Function
Sexual Differentiation and Disorders
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 11 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Dataset