Sertoli cell biology / [edited by] Michael K. Skinner, Michael D. Griswold.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Skinner, Michael K. (Michael Kirtland), 1956-

Griswold, Michael D. (Molecular biologist)

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Sertoli cells--Physiology.

Sertoli cells.

Sertoli Cells--physiology.

Physiology.

Medical Subjects:

Sertoli Cells--physiology.

Physical Description:

xv, 494 pages, 12 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm

Place of Publication:

San Diego ; London : Elsevier Academic Press, [2005]

Summary:

Sertoli cells assist in the production of sperm in the male reproductive system. This book provides a state-of-the-art update on the topic of sertoli cells and male reproduction. It addresses such highly topical areas as stem cells, genomics, and molecular genetics, as well as provides historical information on the discovery of this type of cell, and the pathophysiology of male infertility. * Presents the state-of-the-art research on topics such as stem cell research, transplantation and genomics * Includes contributions from leaders in the field, including several members of the National Academy of Science * Discusses the pathophysiology of male infertility * State-of-the-art chapters on current science advancements * Stands as the only current reference on the topic of sertoli cells

Notes:

Errata inserted.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

0126477515

OCLC:

57194900