Serum Testosterone Levels and Seminal Plasma Proteins in Castrated Stallions
Testosterone is the major circulating androgen in males; essential for the development and maintenance of secondary sexual characteristics as well as initiation and maintenance of spermatogenesis [1]. Seminal plasma is a complex fluid composed of secretions produced by testes, epididymides and accessory sex glands (AG) and contains several components that play important roles in sperm maturation and fertilization [2]. It is know that the AG epithelium is androgen-dependent; the decrease of the testosterone levels induces a deficient function of these glands [3] and in rams, causes changes in seminal plasma proteome [4].
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: P.N. Guasti, P.M. Papa, R.A. Schmith, L.S. Camargo, L.R.P. Andrade, L.F.M.C. Silva, C.P. Freitas-DellAqua, F.F. Souza, F.O. Papa Source Type: research
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