Tag: Reproduction

  • Sodium and thiocyanate suppression causes infertility (and most every other health problem)

    Sodium is absolutely essential to life, reproduction, and systemic coherence. Briefly: Without sodium, life collapses into incoherence. It’s not seasoning—it’s signal. But you may not know the same is true for thiocyanate, a kind of mammal marker required for life and proper functioning and reproduction. Sodium deficiency represses thiocyanate. The best workaround for humans may…

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  • Contraceptive effects of thermolysin?

    We can draw some interesting connections based on the available information: Metalloproteinases: Thermolysin is a metalloproteinase, similar to the ADAM proteins and snake venom metalloproteinases (SVMPs) in other notes. These proteins share structural similarities and may have related functions. Potential interference with reproduction: Given that some metalloproteinases can interfere with reproductive processes, it’s possible that…

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  • Snake Venom as birth Control?

    The research suggests some intriguing connections between snake venom components and reproductive processes: Reproductive dysfunction: Studies on Echis ocellatus venom show it can induce reproductive dysfunction in male rats, affecting sperm parameters, hormone levels, and reproductive organ tissues. ADAM protein family: Snake venom metalloproteinases (SVMPs) are closely related to ADAM (A Disintegrin And Metalloproteinase) proteins,…

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  • ADAM36: The Reproductive Enigma

    ADAM36 is the protein that’s playing a mysterious role in the world of reproduction! ADAM36 is like that enigmatic character in a novel who appears briefly but leaves a lasting impression. This protein is primarily expressed in the male reproductive system, particularly in the testis and epididymis. Picture ADAM36 as the secret agent of sperm…

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  • ADAM27: The Redundant Reproductive Regulator

    ADAM27 is the protein that’s playing a subtle yet intriguing role in the world of reproduction! ADAM27 is like that understudy who’s always ready to step in but rarely gets called onto the stage. This protein is exclusively expressed in the testis, suggesting it’s got some reproductive business to attend to1. Picture ADAM27 as the…

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  • ADAM26: The Sperm’s Surface Specialist

    ADAM26 is the protein that’s making waves on the surface of sperm! ADAM26 is like that friend who’s always on the front lines, ensuring everything runs smoothly. This protein is specifically expressed on the surface of sperm, where it plays a crucial role in sperm-egg interactions. Picture ADAM26 as the matchmaker of the reproductive world.…

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  • ADAM28: The Lymphocyte’s Little Helper

    ADAM28 is the protein that’s bringing a whole new meaning to “immune system support”! ADAM28 is like that friend who’s always hanging out with the cool kids – in this case, the lymphocytes. This protein is exclusively expressed by lymphocytes, making it the VIP member of the immune system club. Picture ADAM28 as the backstage…

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  • ADAM24: The Sperm’s Secret Weapon

    ADAM24 is the protein that’s giving sperm their cutting edge! ADAM24, also known as Testase 1, is the James Bond of the sperm world. This plasma membrane-anchored protease is found exclusively on mature sperm, ready to spring into action when duty calls1. It’s believed to play a crucial role in sperm function during epididymal maturation…

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  • ADAM31: The Elusive Rodent Relative

    ADAM31 is the protein that’s playing hide-and-seek with human geneticists! ADAM31 is like that distant cousin who only shows up at family reunions in other countries. While it’s a well-known member of the ADAM family in mice, it’s conspicuously absent from the human genome. In mice, ADAM31 is expressed in the testis, suggesting a role…

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  • ADAM34: the Bigfoot of the protein world

    Prepare to be mystified by ADAM34, the protein that’s playing an elaborate game of hide-and-seek with scientists! ADAM34 is like that elusive celebrity who everyone’s heard of, but no one’s actually seen. This protein is shrouded in mystery, with researchers still debating its very existence in humans. It’s been spotted in mice, where it’s thought…

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  • ADAM30: The Reproductive Rebel

    ADAM30 is the protein that’s breaking all the rules in the reproductive playbook! ADAM30 is like that friend who shows up to a black-tie event in a Hawaiian shirt – it’s doing its own thing, and it doesn’t care who knows it. While most ADAM proteins are content with their roles in sperm production or…

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  • ADAM29: The Sperm’s Secret Weapon

    ADAM29 is the protein that’s bringing a whole new meaning to “family planning”! ADAM29 is like that mysterious friend who shows up at all the important life events but keeps their day job a secret. This protein is primarily expressed in the testis, making it a VIP member of the reproductive club45. Picture ADAM29 as…

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  • ADAM21: The Neurological Ninja of Reproduction

    ADAM21 is the protein that’s bridging the gap between your brain and your… well, let’s just say your reproductive ambitions! ADAM21 is like that friend who’s always making unexpected connections. While most ADAM proteins are content with hanging out in the reproductive organs, ADAM21 decided to take the scenic route through the nervous system. Picture…

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  • ADAM32: The Sperm’s Doppelganger

    ADAM32 is the protein that’s playing an elaborate game of identity theft in the world of sperm! ADAM32 is like that cousin who looks eerily similar to you at family reunions. It’s got a striking resemblance to its more famous relatives, ADAM2 and ADAM3. But don’t be fooled – this protein is determined to carve…

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  • ADAM20 is the protein that’s all about that bass – and by bass, we mean testes

    ADAM20 is the ultimate homebody of the ADAM family. While its cousins are out gallivanting all over the body, ADAM20 is exclusively expressed in the testes3. It’s like that friend who never leaves their man cave, but boy, do they know how to throw a party when you visit! This protein is so exclusive, it makes…

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  • ADAM18: The Sperm’s Secret Identity

    ADAM18 is the protein with more aliases than a secret agent! Also known as ADAM27, this mysterious molecule is the James Bond of the sperm world. ADAM18 is the ultimate sperm surface protein, giving our little swimmers their sleek and suave exterior. It’s like the tailored tuxedo of the cellular world, ensuring sperm look their…

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