Male infertility Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what facilitates the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone
A
5a reductase
2
Q
what does FSH act on
A
sertoli cells
3
Q
what does LH act on
A
leydig cells
4
Q
where does spermatogenesis occur
A
seminiferous tubules (sertoli cells)
5
Q
what percentage of infertility is caused by male factor
A
50%
6
Q
what investigations should you do for male factor infertility
A
semen analysis hormone measurement (FSH, LH, testosterone) scrotal ultrasound transrectal ultrasound venography
