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Leydig cells (interstitial cells) located outside the seminiferous tubules mainly secrete:

Answer: Androgens.

  • A Oestrogen
  • B Androgens
  • C Inhibin
  • D Progesterone

Correct answer: B. Androgens

Explanation: Leydig cells in the interstitial spaces of the testis synthesise and secrete testicular hormones called androgens.

Sagittal section of the human male reproductive system showing the testis, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicle, prostate gland, bulbourethral gland, urethra, urinary bladder and penis

The human male reproductive system: sperm formed in the testis mature in the epididymis and travel via the vas deferens, mixing with secretions of the seminal vesicle, prostate and bulbourethral glands. Image: Wumingbai, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

Concept context

Male and female reproductive systems, gametogenesis, fertilization, implantation, pregnancy, and reproductive health.

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