Chapters
21.1 Genetic factors and hormones that determine gender
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Genetic factors: introduction
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History and function of the SRY gene
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The other genes involved in gender differentiation
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Hormonal factors: introduction
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Leydig's interstitial cells: function, mode of operation and hormonal secretion
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Sertoli's supporting cells: function, mode of operation and hormonal secretion
21.2 Embryo with undifferentiated gonads
21.3 Differentiation of the gonads
21.4 Development of the internal genital organs
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Indifferent stage
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Male: differentiation of the canal system in the genital organ
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Male: differentiation of the accessory sex glands
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Male: differentiation of the urogenital sinus
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Female: differentiation of the canal system in the genital organ
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Female: differentiation of the accessory sex glands
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Female: differentiation of the urogenital sinus
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Summary: development of the internal genital organs