Hormones of the Male Reproductive System
The primary hormones that are responsible for controlling the male reproductive system are;
- Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH): It is responsible for the stimulation of the process of spermatogenesis and is produced and stored in the pituitary gland.
- Luteinizing Hormone (LH): It stimulates the Leidig’s cells to produce testosterone which is required to sustain the process of sperm formation. It is also produced and stored in the pituitary gland.
- Testosterone: It is the main sex hormone in males that is responsible for the development of sperm cells and secondary sexual characteristics.
Male Reproductive System – Structure and Functions
The male reproductive system is part of a male’s body that is responsible for the production of the male gamete as well as transferring it to the reproductive system of the female. The male reproductive system consists of a pair of testis, accessory ducts, and external genitalia. The majority of the male reproductive system’s parts are located outside the body. In this article, we will study the structure and functions of the male reproductive system.