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Mention any one function of the sertoli cells?


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Function of the sertoli cells

  1. Sertoli cells are present in the seminiferous tubules along with male germ cells.
  2. They provide nourishment to male germ cells.
  3. They also act as phagocytes and consume residual cytoplasm and remains of degenerated germ cells.

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