Opioids and cannabinoids influence mobility of spermatozoids

Friday, June 20, 2008 - 07:56 in Health & Medicine

A PhD thesis from the University of the Basque Country has concluded that there are opioid and cannabinoid receptors in human sperm and that these influence the mobility of spermatozoid. The research by Mr Ekaitz Agirregoitia opens the door to more effective treatment of fertility problems.

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