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Name the cells that secrete androgens

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Answered by Gpati04
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Leydig cells release a class of hormones called androgens (19-carbon steroids). They secrete testosterone, androstenedione and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA), when stimulated by the pituitary hormone luteinizing hormone (LH).
Answered by Surnia
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Leydig cells

Explanation:

  • The leydig cells are also known as the interstitial cells.
  • These cells can be found adjacent to the seminiferous tubules.
  • These cells produces testosterone and androgen hormones.
  • These cells are polyhedral in shape, lipid filled vesicles and have eosinophilic cytoplasm. These cells have large nucleus.
  • The androgen and testosterone acts on the sertoli cells in the testes to produce the sperms.

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