spermatogenesis

[/ˌspɜːmætəˈdʒɛnəsɪs/]
nounfemininepl: spermatogeneses
espermatogênese
1. The process of male gamete (sperm) formation and development in the testes, involving mitosis and meiosis
Spermatogenesis is a continuous process that begins at puberty and lasts throughout a man's life.
A espermatogênese é um processo contínuo que começa na puberdade e dura toda a vida do homem.
2. The complete sequence of cellular changes from spermatogonial stem cells to mature spermatozoa
The entire cycle of spermatogenesis typically takes about 74 days in humans.
O ciclo completo da espermatogênese normalmente leva cerca de 74 dias em humanos.
This is a technical medical and biological term used primarily in educational, clinical, and research contexts. Both in Brazil and the USA, the term is standardized in medical literature and university curricula. Understanding spermatogenesis is crucial in fields such as urology, reproductive medicine, and andrology. The process is often discussed in the context of male infertility treatments and fertility assessments.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sperm formationspermiogenesismale gametogenesis
Antonyms / Antônimos
oogenesis

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
espermatogênese
Standard medical and scientific terminology used throughout Brazil
Portugal
espermatogênese
Same standard terminology; occasionally spelled 'espermatogénese' following European Portuguese conventions
Medical/Academic
gametogênese masculina
Alternative descriptive term sometimes used in educational contexts

Related Words

spermatogoniumspermatocytespermatidspermatozoontestosteronemeiosistestis

Related Idioms & Phrases

reproductive health
male fertility
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