[Genes related with male gonadal morphogenesis in mammals]

Zhonghua Nan Ke Xue. 2008 Apr;14(4):356-9.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

Gene expressions are sex-specific in the sex development of mammals. Different genes express in different phases and tend to change with the time. The functions of some genes, such as SRY, SOX9, SOX8, DAX1, and FGF9, have already been defined in male gonadal morphogenesis. This paper presents a review of the genes involved in the formation of the male gonad in mammals.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • DAX-1 Orphan Nuclear Receptor
  • DNA-Binding Proteins / genetics
  • Gene Expression Regulation, Developmental*
  • Genitalia, Male / embryology
  • Genitalia, Male / growth & development
  • Genitalia, Male / metabolism*
  • High Mobility Group Proteins / genetics
  • Male
  • Mammals / embryology
  • Mammals / genetics*
  • Mammals / growth & development
  • Morphogenesis / genetics*
  • Receptors, Retinoic Acid / genetics
  • Repressor Proteins / genetics
  • SOX9 Transcription Factor
  • Sex-Determining Region Y Protein / genetics
  • Transcription Factors / genetics

Substances

  • DAX-1 Orphan Nuclear Receptor
  • DNA-Binding Proteins
  • High Mobility Group Proteins
  • Receptors, Retinoic Acid
  • Repressor Proteins
  • SOX9 Transcription Factor
  • Sex-Determining Region Y Protein
  • Transcription Factors