PATHOLOGY MCQ
MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
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Question
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What would happen if the testes were located inside the body?
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Sperm would not be produced because it is too warm.
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Testosterone levels would increase because of the warm temperature.
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The seminal vesicles would no longer be needed.
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Hormones from the testes wouldn’t be able to get into the blood.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Hormones from the testes would have difficulty entering the bloodstream.
Detailed explanation-2: -Testicles like to be cold Sperm production takes place within those tubes. Ideally, sperm production occurs at around 93.2ºF (34ºC). This is 5.4ºF (3ºC) below normal body temperature of 98.6ºF (37ºC ). But your testicles can get too cold for good sperm production, too.
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