Leydig cells in adult mammals produce which one of the following hormones?
A
Estrogen
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B
Testosterone
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C
Progesterone
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D
Follicle stimulating hormone
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Solution
The correct option is B Testosterone Leydig cells present in the testis which are also called as interstitial cells. These cells are present adjacent to seminiferous tubules. The main function of Leydig cells is testosterone in the presence of the luteinizing hormone.