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Revision as of 12:37, 22 March 2010
Introduction
The male gonad is the testis. The initial difference in male and female gonad development are dependent on testis-determining factor (TDF) the protein product of the Y chromosome SRY gene. Recent studies have indicated that additional factors may also be required for full differentiation.
The seminiferous tubules are considered the parenchyma of the testis.
Links: Y Chromosome | Genital System - Male | Week 1 - Spermatogenesis | Ovary Development
Images
molecular model of SRY and DNA interaction
Historic image of testis development
labelled start image of animation of testis descent
labelled end image of animation of testis descent
adult testis histology overview
adult testis histology
adult testis histology
