Sertoli Cell Metabolism and Spermatogenesis

This book is focused on Sertoli cell physiology and its role in the spermatogenic event. These cells, known as "nurse cells", are essential for the normal development of germ cells by offering not only physical support and creating an immune-privileged environment, but also for providing n...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Main Authors: Oliveira, Pedro F. (Author), Alves, Marco G. (Author)
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2015.
Edition:1st ed. 2015.
Series:SpringerBriefs in Cell Biology,
Subjects:
Medicine-Research.
Biology-Research.
Cytology-Technique.
Biomedical Research.
Cytological Techniques.
Online Access:Texto Completo
Table of Contents:
  • 1 Introductory remarks
  • 2 The Sertoli cell at a glance
  • 3 Spermatogenesis
  • 4 Sertoli cell and germ cell differentiation
  • 5 Testicular Metabolic Cooperation
  • 6 Modulation of Sertoli cell metabolism
  • 7 Concluding remarks
  • 8 Acknowledgments
  • 9 References.

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