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How long does the y chromosome (carrying a boy ) last in a womans body?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

The average longevity of a Y or X-bearing sperm in female genital tract is 3 days and maximal longevity is probably 5 days. Some websites indicate X-bearing sperms last longer than the Y-bearing sperms but I can't confirm that.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 12/23/2022

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