Gametes - The Spermatozoon [Paperback]

This is detailed, comprehensive and timely account of the spermatozoon and its reproductive function.Providing a wide-ranging analysis of the gametes and their reproductive role in humans, this text includes a detailed account of the spermatozoon. It contains particularly helpful information on male infertility and its treatment for clinicians and scientists.Providing a wide-ranging analysis of the gametes and their reproductive role in humans, this text includes a detailed account of the spermatozoon. It contains particularly helpful information on male infertility and its treatment for clinicians and scientists.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.1. Evolution of human gametesspermatozoa C. R. Austin; 2. The mammalian sperm cell surface: molecular and cellular aspects C. D. Thaler and R. Cardullo; 3. Spermstructure 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. JelÔ