Chapter
The Journey of the Sperm Cell
1:18:05 - 1:32:00 (13:54)
This episode explains the importance of the sperm cell's head, which contains enzymes and proteins to fuse with the egg, and how the distance between the cervix and the egg is comparable to the distance between Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Clips
Mitochondria are essential for chromosome segregation in eggs and sperm, and failures in this process can lead to pregnancy complications and birth defects.
1:18:05 - 1:21:48 (03:42)
Summary
Mitochondria are essential for chromosome segregation in eggs and sperm, and failures in this process can lead to pregnancy complications and birth defects.
ChapterThe Journey of the Sperm Cell
EpisodeHow to Optimize Fertility in Males & Females
PodcastHuberman Lab
The journey of sperm from the male reproductive organ to the female reproductive organ is a long and complicated one, and the quality of the sperm can be impacted by several factors including temperature, environment, and semen quality.
1:21:48 - 1:29:30 (07:41)
Summary
The journey of sperm from the male reproductive organ to the female reproductive organ is a long and complicated one, and the quality of the sperm can be impacted by several factors including temperature, environment, and semen quality.
ChapterThe Journey of the Sperm Cell
EpisodeHow to Optimize Fertility in Males & Females
PodcastHuberman Lab
Upon initiation, the spermatogenesis cycle will continue at various stages for different sperm for the rest of a man's life.
1:29:30 - 1:32:00 (02:29)
Summary
Upon initiation, the spermatogenesis cycle will continue at various stages for different sperm for the rest of a man's life. The hormone follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone trigger the production of testosterone and sperm, setting in motion the production of sperm for the male's life.