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Lesson 1.2: The Male Reproductive System

Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the functional anatomy of the testes,

accessory glands, and auxiliary structures of the
male reproductive tract.
2. Discuss the hypothalamic regulation of the testes,
process of spermatogenesis, steroidogenesis, and
associated functions relating to male fertility.
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Seminal vesicle
Prostate
Other conspicuous organs Cowper's gland
Bladder
Prepuce
Sigmoid flexure
Scrotum
Rectum Vas deferens
Retrector penis muscle Penis
Epididymis

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and differentiate to form spermatozoa
Leydig cells (interstitial cells) - between
seminiferous tubules secrete hormones essential for
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Spermatic Cord

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Erection & Protrusion

Caused by dilatation of the arteries
in the cavernous bodies (aura)
Erection failures normally arise
from physical defects
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Emission & Eiaculation
Movement of spermatic fluid +
secretions of accessory glands
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testosterone
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the cauda epididymal to the
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Fluid uptake
Spermiophagy

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Seminal vesicle
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Prostate gland
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Internal ar diaaaminatad - aurrcmunds t he pe luis: urethra
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