The human Y chromosome harbors genes that are responsible for testis development and
also for initiation and maintenance of spermatogenesis in adulthood. The long arm of the Y …

Human semen contains several trace elements such as calcium (Ca), copper (Cu),
manganese (Mn), magnesium (Mg), zinc (Zn) and selenium (Se) which are necessary for …

Spermatogenesis is a complex process in the testis and is a cornerstone of male infertility.
The abundance of unsaturated fatty acid and high cell division rate make male germs cells …

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) dietary
supplementation on semen quality, fatty acid composition, antioxidant capacity, and DNA …

The fundamental underlying paradigm of sexual reproduction is the production of male and
female gametes of sufficient genetic difference and quality that, following syngamy, they …

Abstract Background Small RNAs present in bovine ejaculate can be linked to sperm
abnormalities and fertility disorders. At present, quality parameters routinely used in semen …

Cryopreservation is a useful approach to preserve male fertility for assisted reproduction
technique and other evaluations. In spite of extensive development in the cryopreservation …

Male reproductive function is highly susceptible to oxidative stress, which arises from an
imbalance between reactive oxygen species (ROS) production and antioxidant defense …

Objective To review sperm DNA fragmentation (SDF) testing as an important sperm function
test in addition to conventional semen analysis. High SDF is negatively associated with …

Zinc (Zn) is necessary for the normal function of the male reproductive system and
spermatozoa. Although influences of zinc deficiency on impaired spermatogenesis and male …