ReviewFrontiers in endocrinology2024
Research progress on Sertoli cell secretion during spermatogenesis.
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- Heat Stress and the Bull Sperm Transcriptome: Molecular Mechanisms, Fertility, and Epigenetic Inheritance.Animals : an open access journal from MDPI · 2026Review
- SIRT1 plays a critical role in maintaining the viability of Yak Sertoli cells by regulating mitochondrial biogenesis via activating the PGC-1α-NRF-1-TFAM pathway.Animal bioscience · 2026Article
- Differentiating spermatogonia trigger somatic support cells to form septate junctions required for germ cell survival.bioRxiv : the preprint server for biology · 2026Article
- Paternal Sertoli cell-derived extracellular vesicles transfer mtDNA and microRNA cargo to trigger germ cell oxidative stress and induce metabolic risks in offspring.Cell communication and signaling : CCS · 2026Article
- Functional Spermatogenesis Across Testicular Developmental Stages in Neomale Large Yellow Croaker (Biology · 2025Article
- Artificial Gametogenesis and In Vitro Spermatogenesis: Emerging Strategies for the Treatment of Male Infertility.International journal of molecular sciences · 2025Review
- Follicle-Stimulating Hormone and Testosterone Play a Role in the Regulation of Sertoli Cell Functions Following Germ Cell Depletion In Vitro.International journal of molecular sciences · 2025Article
- Sertoli cells-only syndrome: current clinical approaches and ongoing research trends.Frontiers in endocrinology · 2025Review
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Abstract
Sertoli cells (SCs), as the somatic cells in the testis of male mammals, play a crucial role in the close association with germ cells. The blood-testicular barrier (BTB), established by their tight junctions, provides immune protection to germ cells, leading to their characterization as "sentinel" cells. Moreover, the physiological process of testicular development and spermatogenesis in male animals is intricately tied to the secretory activities of SCs. These cells secrete a diverse array of proteins and cytokines that interact with various targets, working in concert with mechanisms in the spermatogenesis pathway and contributing to each stage, from spermatogonial cell division to the maturation of spermatozoa. Hence, the secretory products of SCs are pivotal in fostering germ cell development and directing the appropriate maturation of sperm. This study is dedicated to investigating the varied secretions of SCs, outlining their critical functions throughout distinct phases of spermatogenesis, thus elucidating the substantial influence of SC secretion on male fertility. Furthermore, it offers valuable perspectives on reproductive disorders stemming from irregular spermatogenesis in clinical contexts.
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