Natural Astaxanthin Improves Testosterone Synthesis and Sperm Mitochondrial Function in Aging Roosters

Spermatogenesis, sperm motility, and apoptosis are dependent on the regulation of glandular hormones and mitochondria. Natural astaxanthin (ASTA) has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-apoptotic properties. The present study evaluates the effects of ASTA on testosterone synthesis and mitochond...

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Main Authors: Shan Gao, Bang-Xin Zhao, Cheng Long, Nuo Heng, Yong Guo, Xi-Hui Sheng, Xiang-Guo Wang, Kai Xing, Long-Fei Xiao, He-Min Ni, Shu-Geng Wu, Xiao-Long Qi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-08-01
Series:Antioxidants
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/11/9/1684