testis

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In the cell, it binds to other DNA, leading to testis formation, according to the National Library of Medicine.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Four additional genes are active only in the testis and are essential for sperm production.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

"In humans, differently from other animal species and lower mammalians, testis are located outside of the abdomen. This contributes to the maintenance of an organ temperature 2º to 4° C below core body temperature."

From Salon • Mar. 28, 2024

By employing advanced sequencing techniques, the researchers identified significant differences in DNA methylation across thousands of regions in both the brain and testis of the affected frogs.

From Science Daily • Mar. 11, 2024

Denunciatio was the official act of the public officer, such as the testis synodalis or archdeacon, who summoned the court to take action against offenders coming within his official knowledge.

From A History of The Inquisition of The Middle Ages; volume I by Lea, Henry Charles