Effect of Ginseng on the Testis of Subclinical Hypothyroidism Model in Adult Male Albino Rat

Hyperstimulation of follicular cells using a goitrogen Propylthiouracil (PTU) caused Subclinical Hypothyroidism (SCH) that was associated with disturbances in adult male testicular functions. This work was carried out to study the probable relationship between follicular cells in drug-induced hypothyroidism caused by PTU and consequently its effect on testicular tissue and the possible modulating effect of ginseng. The present work was carried out on 40 adult male albino rats divided into four groups. Group I was the control group; Group II (Ginseng treated); Group III (SCH group) rats and Group IV was the treated group. Testes and thyroid glands were studied. Our results revealed the protective role of Ginseng on testis and thyroid tissue of experimentally induced hypothyroidism rat model.