Deformed spermatozoon. Coloured scanning electron micrograph showing a deformed sperm. It is characterised by the presence of two tails stemming from the spermatozoon head. Deformed sperm may lead to male infertility; defects in the sperm may be due to a blockage of the spermatic tubes or to damage to the spermatic ducts,usually caused by a sexually transmitted disease. A varicocele,varicose veins in the scrotum,may also be a factor for deformed sperm. Other causes for male infertility include a zero production of sperm (azoospermia) or a failure to deliver sperm into the vagina (impotence). Magnification: x3430 at 6x7cm size. Magnification: x12,000 at 8x10 inch size | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Brain, Dr. Tony |
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