Male fertility
The two testes sit in the scrotum, where the slightly cooler temperature supports sperm production. Sperm are made in the seminiferous tubules over roughly 74 days, then mature in the epididymis. Testicular size, position and any lumps are checked in a male fertility examination.
Also known as: testes, testicle, testicles
Related Australia guides
Sources
- Healthy Male (healthymale.org.au)
- Healthdirect Australia (healthdirect.gov.au)
Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.