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Which muscle regulates the temperature of the testes?
Which muscle regulates the temperature of the testes?
- Abdominal muscle
- Pelvic muscle
- Scrotal muscle
- Cremaster muscle (correct)
What is the function of the scrotum?
What is the function of the scrotum?
- To produce spermatozoa
- To support the testes (correct)
- To regulate body temperature
- To protect the pelvic cavity
Why is it important for the testes to be at a lower temperature than the core body temperature?
Why is it important for the testes to be at a lower temperature than the core body temperature?
- To ensure reproduction and survival of spermatozoa (correct)
- To maintain overall body temperature
- To facilitate urine production
- To prevent testicular cancer
Which cells form the blood-testis barrier?
Which cells form the blood-testis barrier?
What is the function of Sertoli cells?
What is the function of Sertoli cells?
Where are the Leydig cells located?
Where are the Leydig cells located?
Which cells form the blood-testis barrier?
Which cells form the blood-testis barrier?
What is the function of the Sertoli cells?
What is the function of the Sertoli cells?
Where are the Leydig cells located?
Where are the Leydig cells located?
Flashcards
Cremaster Muscle
Cremaster Muscle
The cremaster muscle regulates the temperature of the testes.
Scrotum Function
Scrotum Function
The scrotum supports the testes.
Testes Temperature Importance
Testes Temperature Importance
Lower temperature ensures the reproduction and survival of spermatozoa.
Blood-Testis Barrier Cells
Blood-Testis Barrier Cells
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Sertoli Cell Function
Sertoli Cell Function
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Leydig Cell Location
Leydig Cell Location
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