Acrosome

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Definition
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Cap-like membrane coating of about 2/3 of the spermatozoid head; contains enzymes (including hyaluronidase and acrosine) which are essential for fertilising the female egg.

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In the absence of the acrosome, so-called round-head spermatozoa with infertility result (see also globozoospermia).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020