Question

Name the two types of cells found inside the seminiferous tubules and mention their functions.Name the hormones which control each of them.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Seminiferous tubules are made up of columnar Sertoli cells surrounded by spermatogenic cells on the epithelial interior and stem cells exteriorly.

Sertoli cells secrete various proteins, including androgen-binding protein, as well as hormones such as inhibin and anti-Müllerian hormone (in the fetus; see Chapter 5). These cells produce enzymes that convert testosterone to estrogen and to 5α-dihydrotestosterone (DHT).