RT Book, Section A1 Molina, Patricia E. SR Print(0) ID 1198700440 T1 Male Reproductive System T2 Endocrine Physiology, 6e YR 2023 FD 2023 PB McGraw Hill PP New York, NY SN 9781264278459 LK accessmedicine.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1198700440 RD 2024/11/01 AB OBJECTIVESDescribe the physiologic functions of the principal components of the male reproductive system.Describe the endocrine regulation of testicular function by gonadotropin-releasing hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone, luteinizing hormone, testosterone, and inhibin.Identify the cell of origin for testosterone and describe its biosynthesis and extragonadal metabolism and clearance.List the target organs or cell types, the cellular mechanisms of action, and the physiologic effects of testosterone and its metabolites.Describe spermatogenesis and the role of Leydig and Sertoli cells in this process.Understand the neural, vascular, and endocrine factors involved in the erection and ejaculation response.Compare and contrast the actions of testosterone, dihydrotestosterone, estradiol, and Müllerian inhibitory factor in the process of sexual differentiation.Identify the causes and consequences of androgen oversecretion and undersecretion in prepubertal and postpubescent adult males.