Research Catalog

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Additional authors

1. Grudzinskas, J. G. (Jurgis Gediminas)
2. Yovich, John.

Description

1. x, 316 pages : illustrations; 25 cm.

Summary

1. This volume, and its companion volume on the oocyte, provide an authoritative and wide-ranging account of the gametes and their reproductive role and function in humans. Acknowledged authorities from around the world provide a detailed and timely account of the spermatozoon. The volume starts with an evolutionary perspective before focusing on the molecular and cellular biology of the sperm cell and its structure and function.
2. The development and maturation of sperm are described and also their movement and transport in the male and female genital tracts. Practical issues such as sperm storage, and assisted conception are also fully covered. The causes of male infertility are also an important theme. The volume concludes with a thought-provoking chapter on ethical consideration.
3. . The volume will be an essential source of information for all clinicians and scientists with an interest in human reproduction.

Series statement

1. Cambridge reviews in human reproduction

Uniform title

1. Cambridge reviews in human reproduction.

Subject

1. Infertility, Male
2. Fertilization
3. Spermatozoa > Physiology
4. Conception
5. Fertility, Human
6. Spermatozoa > physiology

Contents

1. 1. Evolution of human gametes - spermatozoa / C. R. Austin -- 2. The mammalian sperm surface - molecular and cellular aspects / C. D. Thaler and R. A. Cardullo -- 3. Sperm structure and function / M. R. Curry and P. F. Watson -- 4. Tests of sperm function / J. M. Cummins -- 5. The sperm cell - genetic aspects / R. H. Martin -- 6. The motility of human spermatozoa before and after capacitation / L. J. Burkman -- 7. Post-testicular sperm maturation and transport in the excurrent ducts / H. D. M. Moore -- 8. Sperm transport in the female genital tract / D. Mortimer -- 9. Clinical disorders affecting semen quality / A. M. Jequier -- 10. Sperm storage / D. P. Wolf -- 11. Cell biology of human spermatozoa / J. Aitken -- 12. Sperm antibodies: of formation and significance / P. L. Matson -- 13. Spermatogenesis / C. L. R. Barratt -- 14. Sperm preparation for assisted conception / J. L. Yovich -- 15. Bioethics and the spermatozoon: reproductive destiny / R. P. S. Jansen.

Owning institution

1. Columbia University Libraries

Note

1. Companion v. to: Gametes : the oocyte. 1995.

Bibliography (note)

1. Includes bibliographical references and index.