The Y chromosome and its role in testis differentiation and spermatogenesis

Authors
Kent, M
Citation
M. Kent, The Y chromosome and its role in testis differentiation and spermatogenesis, SEMIN REP M, 18(1), 2000, pp. 67-80
Citations number
128
Categorie Soggetti
Reproductive Medicine
Journal title
SEMINARS IN REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE
ISSN journal
15268004 → ACNP
Volume
18
Issue
1
Year of publication
2000
Pages
67 - 80
Database
ISI
SICI code
1526-8004(2000)18:1<67:TYCAIR>2.0.ZU;2-P
Abstract
The Y chromosome contains genes and gene families that play critical roles in the processes of testis determination and testis differentiation. Great strides have been made toward defining the genetic pathways associated with the determination of gender. The data are summarized and discussed and cli nical ramifications are considered.