Leydig cells synthesize

Insulin.

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Growth hormone.

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Testosterone.

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Estrogen.

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Solution

The correct option is C Testosterone.
Leydig cells are present adjacent to the seminiferous tubules in the testicle. They release a class of hormones called androgens. The testosterone is a male androgen. It is produced in the testes. In the presence of luteinizing hormone (LH), Leydig cells synthesize testosterone.
Thus, the correct answer is option C.

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Leydig cells produce a group of hormones called

(a) androgens

(b) estrogens

(d) gonadotropins

Testosterone is produced by Leydig cells of the testis.

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