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Query: EC:3.1.3.1 (alkaline phosphatase)
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Rat spermatozoa from the cauda epididymidis, freed from their cytoplasmic droplets and acrosomes, were found to have a lower lipid content and to incorporate [14C]glucose into their glycerides and glycerophosphatides at a lower rate than spermatozoa from the caput epididymidis. Against the background of the activities of some glycolytic enzymes which remained constant the activity of alkaline phosphatase decreased in spermatozoa migrating through the epididymis, whereas the activity of monoglyceride lipase increased. The corresponding enzyme activities of non-flagellate germ cells of the testis were measured for comparison. The triglyceride lipase of non-flagellate germ cells and of spermatozoa from both caput and cauda epididymidis was activated by cyclic 3':5'-AMP.
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PMID:Changes in lipase and phosphatase activities of rat spermatozoa in transit from the caput to the cauda epididymidis. 17 29

A histochemical study was made of the localization of alkaline and acid phosphatase, 5-nucleotidase and ATPase in the ejaculated buffalo spermatozoa. Most of these hydrolytic enzymes were localized in the mid-piece, and post-nuclear cap. Acid and alkaline phosphatase activities were also present in the acrosome. The presence of hydrolytic enzymes at these sites is discussed and correlated with the permeability and transport processes across the membranes of spermatozoa as well as with the process of energy production and fertilization.
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PMID:Histochemical localization of hydrolytic enzymes in the buffalo spermatozoa. 17 25

Certain phosphatases have been localized by histochemical techniques in various tissues of a pigeon cestode, Raillietina (Raillietina) johri. Acid phosphatase (AcPase), alkaline phosphatase (AlPase) and adenosine triphosphatase (ATPase) were present in almost all structures: tegument; subtegumental muscles; subtegumental cells; excretory canal; testes; sperm ductules; vas deferens; cirrus sac; cirrus; ovary; receptaculum seminis; vagina; vitelline gland cells; oocytes; uterus; embryonated eggs. AlPase was absent in parenchyma, spermatocytes, spermatids and spermatozoa. AlPase activity was more intense in the tegument of mature gravid proglottides. AcPase and ATPase were visualized in various stages of spermatogenesis of the parasite. ATPase activity was also observed in chromosomes. 5'-nucleotidase (AMPase) activity was restricted to embryonated eggs only. Functional significance of these phosphatases is discussed.
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PMID:Histochemical studies on Raillietina (Raillietina) johri (Cestoda: Davaineidae). I. Nonspecific and specific phosphatases. 22 30

Sperm transport in the female reproductive tract involves 3 stages: rapid short sperm transport; colonization of reservoirs; and slow prolonged release. Sperm transport through the cervix is affected by contractile activity of vagina and cervix, properties of cervical mucus, directional motility of sperm and possibly female orgasm, in addition to other endocrine, hereditary, immunological and psychological factors. Aided by myometrial contraction, spermatozoa may reach the site of fertilization within 2 to 10 minutes. During transport in the female tract, the sperm are separated from the seminal plasma and resuspended in endometrial and oviductal fluids, reducing the survival time of sperm. In artificial insemination, the physicochemical and immunological factors in the vagina and cervix affect sperm survival and transport into the uterus and oviduct. Spermatozoa are immobilized by vaginal secretions within 1 to 2 hours of insemination, suggesting the importance of rapid transport of sperm in the fertilization process. During ovulation, the cervical mucus provides an environment favorable to sperm survival; the biochemical changes which occur include decrease in albumin, alkaline phosphatase, peptidase, antitrypsin, esterase and sialic acid, as well as an increase in mucins and NaCl. The main cervical mucus components which are favorable to sperm survival have not been identified, although hexosamines and carbohydrate forms are suspected of contributing to sperm survival in the cervix.
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PMID:In vivo and in vitro sperm penetration in cervical mucus. 39 7

1. Synergistic action of alpha-chlorohydrin with methallibure (ICI, 33828) on the testicular function of Presbytis entellus entellus Dufresne has been studied. 2. Chronic administration of alpha-chlorohydrin alone (140 mg/day for 40 days) caused testicular lesion resulting in a massive atrophy of the spermatogenic elements. Epididymal epithelium was regressed and the lumen was devoid of spermatozoa. 3. alpha-Chlorohydrin inhibited the synthesis of RNA and sialic acid in the testes and epididymides. Total cholesterol per gram of testis and alkaline phosphatase activity were increased after alpha-chlorohydrin administration. 4. These effects could be achieved with a lower dose of alpha-chlorohydrin (1/4) when administered in combination with a gonadotrophin inhibitor, i. e. ICI, 33828 (Methallibure). Methallibure alone (200 mg/kg: total dose) has no damaging effects on the testes and epididymides. But it altered testicular cholesterol and enzyme activity. 5. In conclusion, an effective inhibition of spermatogenesis could be achieved by synergistic action of the two different drugs i. e. alpha-chlorohydrin and ICI, 33828 (Methallibure).
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PMID:Chemical sterilization of male langurs: synergistic action of alpha-chlorohydrin (U-5897) with methallibure (ICI, 33828) on the testes and epididymides of Presbytis entellus entellus Dufresne. 41 Jun 36

Semen samples were collected at weekly intervals for six weeks from eight sexually mature beagles previously shown to produce normal ejaculates. Seminal plasma and sperm fractions were separated by centrifugation and the sodium, potassium, alanine and aspartate aminotransferases, acid and alkaline phosphatase concentrations in the two fractions determined. Regression analysis of the mean weekly values obtained from physical and biochemical examination of the ejaculates showed that sodium ion concentration was highest in seminal plasma. The highest levels of aminotransferases were found in sperm fractions. Those enzymes may be indices of abnormal or damaged spermatozoa. Acid and alkaline phosphatase activity was 100 times greater in seminal plasma than in sperm fractions. Phosphatase concentrations are likely to be dependent on prostate activity. Measurement of acid phosphatase in canine semen therefore may be a useful index of prostate function. The motility of the semen samples was independent of the potassium concentration in seminal plasma. However, there was some evidence of a correlation between sperm motility and the enzyme and sodium content of seminal plasma.
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PMID:Biochemical observations on beagle dog semen. 47 66

The effect of Centchroman, 3,4-trans-2,2-dimethyl-3-phenyl-4-para-(beta -pyrrolidinoethocy)-phenyl-7-methorychroman, administration was investigated in normospermic and oligospermic subjects. 3 normal volunteers, aged 32-40 years, were treated with increasing doses (30, 60, and 120 mg/day, each dose for 2 weeks). The sperm count was decreased in 1 volunteer but the percentages of nonmotile and abnormal spermatozoa were increased in all 3. There was no change in plasma testosterone and urinary 17-ketosteroid (17-KS) levels but the 17-ketogenic steroids (17-KGSs) were decreased in all of them. 3 out of 5 oligospermic subjects, aged 24-35 years, who received 30 mg/day for 6 weeks revealed increased sperm counts. Plasma testosterone levels were decreased in 4, urinary 17-KGSs were decreased in 2, and 17-KSs were decreased in 1 subject. Acid phosphatase, fructose, sialic acid and glycerylphosphoryl choline levels in semen, and serum glutamate oxaloacetate transaminase, serum glutamate pyruvate transaminase, alkaline phosphatase, and urea in blood were not markedly altered in either group.
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PMID:Effect of Centchroman administration in normospermic & oligospermic individuals. 61 11

A reversible sterilization of male monkeys by intratesticular administration of alpha-chlorohydrin have been studied. 2 - A single injection of alpha-chlorohydrin (100 mg/testis intratesticular) caused degenerative changes in the seminiferous tubules. Extensive necrosis and exfoliation of the seminiferous elements were consistently observed even after 45 days of treatment. Tubular and Leydig cell nuclear shrinkage was noticed. The lumen of the epididymides and vas-deferens were devoid of spermatozoa. 3 - Normal spermatogenesis was restored after 100 days of alpha-chlorohydrin administration. 4 - Liver function test were performed to ascertain whether any distrubance is caused. Serum-aminotransferases, alkaline phosphatase, plasma cholesterol, haemoglobin and hematocrit levels remained within normal limits. 5 - In conclusion, a reversible male sterilization in langurs is of particular importanze with normal liver functions. It would seem plausible to translate these observations in terms of reversible fertility control in man.
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PMID:A reversible chemical sterilization of male langurs (Presbytisentellus entellus Dufresne): a single intratesticular injection of alpha-chlorohydrin. 82 53

Contraceptive efficacy of an intravas device (IVD) was investigated in rat. The IVD used consisted of a nylon suture which did not occlude the lumen of the vas completely and permitted a free passage of spermatozoa. Its presence for periods ranging from 15 to 180 days did not produce any changes in the histology of the testis and epididymis; In the vas deferens the tall columnar ciliated epithelium was replaced by squamous epithelium. A spermatic granuloma developed on the vas at the entry of the IVD and its frequency of occurrence and size increased with the passage of time. The device caused an increase in the vasal protein, sialic acid and phospholipid content, and a decrease in the level of glycogen and alkaline phosphatase activity at 15 days. The level of portein, glycogen and alkaline phosphatase activity returned to normalcy at 90 days but the sialic acid and phospholipid content remained elevated. Notwithstanding these alterations the device failed to affect the spermatozoal number, morphology, motility and their fertilizing ability. The significance of these findings is discussed.
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PMID:Studies with an intravas nylon device in rat. 85 7

1. Danazol, a synthetic (2,3-isoxazole) derivative of 17 alpha-ethinyl testosterone has been studied in rabbits to support our earlier findings in dog, whether Danazol can be developed as an effective means for male contraception. 2. Chronic administration of Danazol resulted in a mass atrophy of the spermatogenic elements. Seminiferous tubule and Leydig cell nuclear dimensions were reduced. The lumen of epididymides and vas deferens were devoid of spermatozoa. These effects were reversible following a period of 60 days of recovery. 3. Hepatic function was followed with determination of SGOT, SGPT, alkaline phosphatase, cholesterol and blood sugar. Serum-amino-transferases were elevated during the period of administration but returned to normal after cessation of drug administration. 4. In conclusion, Danazol can be used as an effective means for male contraception in rabbit. The effects are reversible. Normal spermatogenesis occurs following a period of sixty days of recovery.
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PMID:Chemical sterilization: effects of danazol administration on the testes and epididymides of male rabbit. 87 47


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