Leydig cells are responsible for:
Correct answer: A. Testosterone production
- A. Testosterone production
- B. FSH production
- C. Sperm production
- D. Testosterone inhibition
Explanation
Leydig cells, located in the testes, are responsible for the production and secretion of testosterone, the primary male sex hormone.
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