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Standard XI
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Spermatogenesis
Are Leydig Ce...
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Are Leydig cells in seminiferous tubules?
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Seminiferous tubules
These are coiled tube-like structures located inside the testis.
This is the site where the germ cells are developed into spermatozoa (spermatogenesis).
Leydig cells
Leydig cells are found
adjacent to the seminiferous tubules
in the interstitial space.
Their main function is to secrete androgens and testosterone.
Leydig cells are present outside the seminiferous tubules between the interstitial spaces.
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Read the following statements related to testis and find out the incorrect statements.
a. Each testicular lobule contains one to three highly coiled seminiferous tubules in which sperms are produced.
b. Each seminiferous tubule is lined on its inner side by two types of cells called Leydig cells and Sertoli cells.
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