Male and Female Sex hormones, also known as gonadal steroids, are critical in regulating various physiological processes related to growth, development, reproduction, and general well-being. They are primarily produced by the gonads (ovaries in females and testes in males) and, to a lesser extent, by the adrenal glands. The primary sex hormones are estrogen, progesterone, … Read more
The endocrine system represents an intricate and highly coordinated network of specialized glands that release chemical messengers known as hormones. These hormones play a pivotal role in orchestrating a wide array of vital physiological functions such as metabolism, growth and development, reproductive processes, and the maintenance of internal balance, or homeostasis. Unlike the rapid signaling … Read more
Spermatogenesis is the biological process by which spermatogonial stem cells in the male testes undergo mitotic divisions and differentiate into mature sperm cells (spermatozoa). This highly regulated and complex process occurs in the seminiferous tubules of the testes and is essential for producing male gametes. Spermatogenesis can be divided into several distinct stages: 1. Spermatogonial … Read more
Gonads are reproductive organs that play a central role in the development of sexual characteristics and the production of reproductive cells (gametes). In males, the gonads are the testes, and in females, they are the ovaries. Hormones Produced by Gonads • Male Gonads (Testes): 1.Testosterone: The primary male sex hormone responsible for developing male reproductive … Read more
