Acroblast [Acroblastus, Lnh; Acro(Soma) + Greek. Blastos Rosto]

Acroblasts are the rudimentary elements of acrosomes that form in the cytoplasm of sperm cells. They are cup-shaped formations consisting of elements of the lamellar complex, which provide the necessary functions for the formation of acrosomes. Acroblasts are an important component of the fertilization process, as they provide the transport and secretion of acrosomal enzymes necessary for the activation and destruction of the egg membrane.

Acroblasts are formed as a result of a complex process that includes a number of stages. At the first stage, mitotic cell division occurs, resulting in the formation of two daughter cells. The maturation process then occurs in which the daughter cells differentiate into sperm cells. During the maturation process, acroblasts are formed, which contain all the necessary components for the formation of an acrosome and other important functions.

An important aspect of the functioning of acroblasts is their ability to change shape and size depending on environmental conditions. For example, upon contact with an egg, acroblasts can increase in size and form an acrosome, which transports and releases acrosomal enzymes. Acroblasts are also capable of changing shape in response to changes in the body's hormonal balance.

Overall, acroblasts play an important role in the fertilization process and provide essential functions for successful reproduction. However, in order to understand how acroblasts function in the body, it is necessary to conduct additional research and study their structure and functions.



Acroblastos is a peculiar formation that can be found among the spermatia in the sperm of mammals. In other animals it can also be found in spermatocytes.

This element can exhibit great variety. Acroblas provides: - transportation of mature spermatoids through the tubules of the epididymis; - cleansing sperm from somatic cells; - response kinesis to the mother cell (if fertilization has not occurred).

Elements of acroblade can also be found among embryonic primordia, as well as egg embryos. With the development of the egg occurs