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प्रश्न
Mention the location and the function of Leydig cells.
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उत्तर
- Leydig cells are located in the testicular interstitial tissues surrounding the seminiferous tubules, in groups of up to 10 cells.
- The main function is to produce testosterone to maintain spermatogenesis and perform extra-testicular androgenic and anabolic actions.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Describe the human male reproductive system.
Differentiate between Rod cells and cone cells (pigment)
Which one of the following is the correct route that a sperm follows when it leaves the testis of a mammal ?
Name the following :
The body part in which the testes are present in a human male.
Name the Following
The male gamete (male reproductive cells) of mammals.
Multiple Choice Question:
Which one of the following Is the route that a sperm follows when it leaves the testes of a mammal?
In humans, sperm production occurs in the organ ______.
The Leydig cells as found in the human, body are the secretory source of ______.
Describe the function of Bulbourethral glands.
The figure given below is an important gonad of humans. Study the figure and answer the following questions.
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- Identify the organ. Write its specific location in the body.
- Label the parts shown in the figure as 1 to 4.
- Write important functions of parts 2 and 4.
- Name one cellular structure and one hormone which are produced in part 3.
- Draw a neat and labelled diagram of the cellular structure mentioned by you in (d).
