Question

Where the leydig cell present .What is their role in reproduction?

Answer 1

In males the interstitial cells of Leydig, located in the connective tissue surrounding the sperm-producing tubules of the testes, are responsible for the production and secretion of testosterone.
Role of Leydig cells in reproduction. 1. Leydig cells are endocrine in nature and secrete steroids called androgens (Testosterone). ... The hormone secreted by the Leydig cellsstimulates the descend of testes and male pattern of development (before birth).

Answer 2

The regions outside the seminiferous tubules called interstitial spaces ,contain small blood vessels and interstitial cells or Leydig Cells .

Leydig cells synthesise and secrete testicular hormons called androgens.