Follicular Growth Ovulation and Fertilization: Molecular and Clinical Basis - Hardcover

9788173193583: Follicular Growth Ovulation and Fertilization: Molecular and Clinical Basis

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 8173193584 ISBN 13: 9788173193583

Publisher: Alpha Science International Ltd, 2001

The volume written by experts in their respective areas deals with the fundamental and applied levels of technological advances in reproductive medicine including andrology, reproductive biology and ovarian function, such as: - Research articles on the cell-and molecular biology of secretion and action of gondotropins - Latest advances in neuroendocrinology of aging and ovarian folliculogenesis and function - Details on molecular biology of ovarian steroidogenesis such as the role of StAR protein and the genes regulating glucorticoid metabolism, steroid receptors and apoptosis - In depth information on in vitro regulation of ovarian renin-angiotensin system and the action of growth factors on ovaries - Pathophysiology of ovarian stimulation, premature ovarian failure and polycystic ovarian disease - Principles of assisted reproduction including the use of laser and cryopresevation of ovarian and testicular tissue along with regulation of sperm function - Discussion on experimental details of newer methods of female contraception - Studies on the effect of environmental influences including microbes on reproductive function and oviduct and placenta

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