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Stem cells
Researchers have shown that the cells responsible for producing testosterone in adults - known as Leydig cells - are derived from a specific population of stem cells found in the testes.
The team found evidence of these stem cells in the developing testes of babies, rats, mice and marmosets in the womb.
In the womb
Leydig cells do not develop until puberty but the team showed that their function is impaired if their stem cell forefathers are exposed to reduced levels of testosterone in the womb.
The study is the first to provide evidence of how events in the womb could influence male health in later life. It was led by scientists from the Medical Research Council (MRC) Centre for Reproductive Health at the University of Edinburgh.
MRC Centre for Reproductive Health, University of Edinburgh.
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Male health linked to testosterone in womb
Men’s susceptibility to serious health conditions may be influenced by low exposure to testosterone in the womb, new research suggests.
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also reminder
There is increasing evidence that a mother’s diet, lifestyle and exposure to drugs and chemicals can have a significant impact on testosterone levels in the womb. We need a better grasp of these factors so that we can give reliable advice to pregnant women to protect the health of her unborn child.
its your mum fault your low t now. just lol if she doesnt pay for your testo