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Question
Sertoli cells are regulated by the pituitary hormone knoen as
Options
A.FSH
B.GH
C.Prolacttin
D.LH
Solution
Sertoli cells are the caells that line the seminiferouds tubules in the tesis. These cells protect the spermatids and convey nutrients to both the developing and mature spermatozoa. Sertoli cells are regulated byFSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) as the FSH receptors are confined to the Sertoli cells. FSH stimulates Sertoli cells to produce androgen-binding protein and inhibin and together with testosterone, Promotes the proliferation of Sertoli cells.
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