Myo-inositol in health and disease: its impact on semen parameters and male fertility

Abstract

Myo‐inositol (cis‐1,2,3,5‐trans‐4,6‐cyclohexanehexol; MI) is the most prominent of nine inositol stereoisomers. MI, its phosphate derivatives, and associated lipids are widely found in vegetables and animal tissues and are known to participate in numerous biological processes. To perform a review analysis on MI presence, functions, and impact in male fertility.