Table 5.
The main functions and effects of zinc deficiency in the male reproductive system*
| Function | Deficiency | Conclusion |
|---|---|---|
| Acrosin activity Acrosome reaction Testosterone synthesis Testicular development Testicular steroidogenesis Sperm chromatin stabilization Nuclear chromatin condensation Oxygen consumption of spermatozoa Manufacture 5α-DHT** from testosterone |
Hypogonadism Gonadal dysfunction Shrinkage of seminiferous Failure in spermatogenesis Decrease Testicular weight Arrest of testis development Retarded genital development |
Enhancing sperm mobility through ATP system and phospholipid Reduction in the incidence of anti-sperm antibodies Improvement in sperm quality and sperm motility Fertilization capacity |