Men: The XY Chromosome Story
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Men: The XY Chromosome Story

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This content focuses on men, specifically mentioning their biological sex characteristic, the XY chromosome.

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XY Chromosome

The sex chromosome combination that typically results in male development in humans and other mammals

Y Chromosome

The sex chromosome that contains the SRY gene, crucial for male sex determination. Smaller than the X chromosome

SRY Gene Sex-determining Region Y

A gene on the Y chromosome that initiates the development of testes in a fetus

Testes

The male gonads; produce sperm and testosterone

Testosterone

The primary male sex hormone; responsible for the development and maintenance of male secondary sexual characteristics

Male Secondary Sexual Characteristics

Physical characteristics that develop during puberty in males, including increased muscle mass, facial and body hair, deeper voice, etc.

Spermatogenesis

The process of sperm production in the testes

Sperm

The male gamete (sex cell); carries half the genetic material needed for fertilization

Androgen

A group of steroid hormones that promote the development and maintenance of male characteristics. Testosterone is the primary androgen.

Klinefelter Syndrome

A genetic condition in males characterized by the presence of an extra X chromosome (XXY)

XYY Syndrome

A genetic condition in males characterized by the presence of an extra Y chromosome (XYY)

Prostate Gland

A gland in the male reproductive system that produces fluid that nourishes and protects sperm

Seminal Vesicles

Glands that produce a fluid that makes up a significant portion of semen

Semen

The fluid containing sperm and other secretions that is ejaculated during sexual intercourse

Ejaculation

The process of expelling semen from the penis

Penis

The male external sexual organ; involved in urination and sexual intercourse

Scrotum

The pouch of skin that contains the testes; helps regulate testicular temperature

Male Reproductive System

The system of organs responsible for producing sperm and delivering it to the female reproductive system

Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome AIS

A condition where the body's cells are unresponsive to androgens, leading to the development of female external genitalia despite having XY chromosomes

Hypogonadism

A condition characterized by the failure of the testes to produce sufficient testosterone