Question

What is the function of the Sertoli cells?

Answer 1

Sertoli cells:

1. Sertoli cells are also known as nurse cells or mother cells of the testes.
2. Sertoli cells are present in the seminiferous tubules of the testes.

Function of sertoli cells :

1. Sertoli cells provide nutrition and shape to the spermatozoa and the developing germ cells.
2. Sertoli cells also provide the essential environment for spermatogenesis in the seminiferous tubules.