Rapid evolution and molecular convergence in cryptorchidism-related genes associated with inherently undescended testes in mammals
Abstract Background The mammalian testis is an important male exocrine gland and spermatozoa-producing organ that usually lies in extra-abdominal scrotums to provide a cooler environment for spermatogenesis and sperm storage. Testicles sometimes fail to descend, leading to cryptorchidism. However, c...
Main Authors: | Simin Chai, Ran Tian, Juanjuan Bi, Shixia Xu, Guang Yang, Wenhua Ren |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-02-01
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Series: | BMC Ecology and Evolution |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12862-021-01753-5 |
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