Question

Factors responsible for descent of testis

Answer 1

It is axiomatic that any one of the numerous causes leading to a defect in androgen production or action can manifest with failure of testis descent. Rarely is this an isolated finding, the phenotype usually comprising an associated hypospadias, bifid scrotum and micropenis

Answer 2

High level of testesterone is responsible for descending of testis into extra-abdominal scrotum. If it fails to descend then the condition in known as Cryptorchidism.