Location and secretion of Leydig cells are

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Ovary - estrogen

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Testis - testosterone/ androgens

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Solution

The correct option is A Testis - testosterone/ androgens
The region outside the seminiferous tubules in testes is called interstitial spaces. It contain small blood vessels and interstitial cell. These interstitial cells are called Leydig cells. These cells constitute the endocrine tissue of testes. It synthesise and secrete testicular hormones called androgens. Androgens are group of male sex hormones, mainly testosterone.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Testis - testosterone/ androgens'.

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Testosterone is produced by Leydig cells of the testis.

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