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Mention the location and the function of Leydig cells.
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- 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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