Leydig cells in adult mammals produce

Estrogen

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Testosterone

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Progesterone

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Follicle stimulating hormone

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Solution

The correct option is B Testosterone
Leydig cells, also known as interstitial cells of Leydig, are found adjacent to the seminiferous tubules in the testicle. They produce testosterone in the presence of luteinizing hormone (LH). Leydig cells are polyhedral in shape, display a large prominent nucleus, an eosinophilic cytoplasm and numerous lipid-filled vesicles. 'Adult'-type Leydig cells differentiate in the post-natal testis and are quiescent until puberty
So, the correct answer is 'testosterone'

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