System for Culturing Fetal Testicles Developed by René Habert's Team (IMAGE)

INSERM (Institut national de la santé et de la recherche médicale)

System for Culturing Fetal Testicles Developed by René Habert's Team

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The testicles are sliced into tiny fragments then deposited on a filter in the center of a petri dish. In an appropriate atmosphere, they are able to survive thus for several days, while secreting testosterone.

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