Which of the following cells secrete testicular hormones called androgens and form endocrine part of the testis?

Leydig cells

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Interstitial cells

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Sertoli cells

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Solution

The correct option is A Leydig cells
The predominant and most active androgen is testosterone, which is produced by the male testes. The Leydig cell gives rise to testosterone in male, however, sperms are produced from interstitial cells under the influence of testosterone.

So, the correct option is' Leydig cells'.

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