What cells secrete testosterone in males?

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Testosterone:
It is the male sex hormone synthesized in the testicles.
Leydig cells secrete testosterone in males.
These are located in the interstitial compartment of the testis and nestled between the seminiferous tubules.
They produce testosterone in response to luteinizing hormone (LH), which is produced and secreted by the pituitary gland

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