Gametes - The Spermatozoon

by J. G. Grudzinskas (Editor), J. L. Yovich (Editor)

Overview

This volume, and its companion volume on the oocyte, provide a wide-ranging analysis of the gametes and their reproductive role in humans. The authors give a detailed account of the spermatozoon that includes particularly helpful information on male infertility and its treatment. The book starts with an evolutionary perspective before focusing on the molecular and cellular biology of the sperm cell and its structure and function. It describes the development and maturation of sperm and their movement and transport in the male and female genital tract. It also covers practical issues such as sperm storage and assisted contraception. This volume will be an essential source of information for all clinicians and scientists with an interest in human reproduction.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780521479967
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	09/07/1995
Series:	Cambridge Reviews in Human Reproduction
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	332
Product dimensions:	6.85(w) x 9.72(h) x 0.67(d)

Table of Contents

1. Evolution of human gametes–spermatozoa C. R. Austin; 2. The mammalian sperm cell surface: molecular and cellular aspects C. D. Thaler and R. Cardullo; 3. Sperm–structure and function M. Curry and P. F. Watson; 4. Tests of human 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 cell: 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 R. J. Aitken; 12. Sperm antibodies: 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. Jansen.

Editorial Reviews

"This book is a mine of information about spermatozoa which will appeal to students who want to know the basic facts about sperm biology. It will also appeal to their lecturers who will want to use the excellent diagrams for teaching. However, the book will also successfully appeal to those directly involved in gamete research; it represents a single source of detailed review written by scientists who have all made distinguished contributions in their respective specialisms. Few volumes achieve this quality, whilst at the same time remaining portable enough to be carried around easily and read on the train." W.V. Holt, Journal of Anatomy

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