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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
What is semen?
Differentiate between spermatogenesis and spermiogenesis.
Given on the right is a diagram which represents the reproductive organs of a man:
(i) Write the names of the parts numbered 1 to 16.
(ii) Give two functions of the part 6.
(iii) Name three components of the fluid which may be found in the tube labeled 2.
(iv) What is the main function of the part labelled 3?
Given below is the schematic diagram of the sectional view of the human male reproductive system.
State the functions of the parts numbered 1, 2, 3, 5, 8 and 11.
Given below is the outline of the male reproductive system.
(i) Name the parts labeled 1 to 5.
(ii) State the functions of the parts labeled 1 and 4.
(iii) Name the cells of part 5 that produce testosterone.
(iv) Why is structure 5 present outside the body in the scrotal sacs?
(v) What is semen?
State names of organs in male reproductive system.
Location and secretion of Leydig’s cells are ______.
Small sac-like muscular structures that enclose testes.
Explain the function of the following structure in the human male reproductive system.
Leydig cells
Assertion (A): Testes in human males are located outside the abdominal cavity in scrotum.
Reason (R): Scrotum provides a lower temperature than the normal body temperature for sperm formation.
