Differentiation of adult-type Leydig cells occurs in gonadotrophin-deficient mice

Differentiation of adult-type Leydig cells occurs in gonadotrophin-deficient mice

<p>Abstract</p> <p>During mammalian testis development distinct generations of fetal and adult Leydig cells arise. Luteinising hormone (LH) is required for normal adult Leydig cell function and for the establishment of normal adult Leydig cell number but its role in the process of...

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Main Authors: Charlton HM, Abel M, Johnston H, Baker PJ, O'Shaughnessy PJ
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2003-02-01
Series:Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology
Subjects:
testis GnRH-null
LH
adult Leydig cells
Online Access:http://www.RBEj.com/content/1/1/4

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