Research progress on the role of lycopene in promoting mammalian spermatogenesis

  • Yun Li School of Biological and Food Processing Engineering, Huanghuai University, Zhumadian 463000, China
  • Guangzhao Ma School of Biological and Food Processing Engineering, Huanghuai University, Zhumadian 463000, China
  • Enzhong Li School of Biological and Food Processing Engineering, Huanghuai University, Zhumadian 463000, China
DOI: https://doi.org/10.62617/mcb.v21.76
Keywords: lycopene; spermatogenesis; antioxidant; sperm cryopreservation
Article ID: 76

Abstract

A carotenoid called lycopene (LYC) is one of the most potent antioxidants. Superior physiological properties of LYC include cancer prevention, cholesterol reduction, antioxidant activity, scavenging of free radicals, immunity enhancement, prostate protection, and increased sperm viability. In recent times, male sperm quality has decreased. Following studies on LYC’s function in spermatogenesis, the therapy of male infertility diseases has made extensive use of it. Here, we give an accurate theoretical foundation for the use of LYC in large animal breeding and the treatment of male infertility in humans by summarising the variables influencing spermatogenesis and the enhancing effect of LYC on mammalian spermatogenesis.

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Published
2024-06-03
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Li, Y., Ma, G., & Li, E. (2024). Research progress on the role of lycopene in promoting mammalian spermatogenesis. Molecular & Cellular Biomechanics, 21, 76. https://doi.org/10.62617/mcb.v21.76
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