Within the testes, name any three (3) types of cells plus describe their locations & functions (one of the three cells must be found outside of the seminiferous tubules)
Three types of cells found in the testes are :
Name of the cell | Location | Function |
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Spermatogonia | These are found within the seminiferous tubules, basically on the wall of the seminiferous tubules. | These cells are basically the germ cells that divide and grow into functional male gametes. |
Sertoli cells | These cells are present in the epithelium of the seminiferous tubule. | These cells help in support ,growth and nutrition of the growing spermatogonia. They also secrete inhibin. |
Leydig cells | These cells are present outside the seminiferous tubules( between the tubules) | These are the cells responsible for the secreation of testosterone and androgens that are basically involved in the sexual development and secondary sexual characteristics in males. |
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