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Male mammals have two testicles, which are components of both the reproductive and the endocrine system. Therefore, the two main functions of the testicles are producing sperm (approximately one million per hour) and male sex hormones (e.g., testosterone) (Fig. 4.1).
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Steger, K., Weidner, W. (2011). Anatomy of the Male Reproductive System. In: Chapple, C., Steers, W. (eds) Practical Urology: Essential Principles and Practice. Springer Specialist Surgery Series. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-84882-034-0_4
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