10 Questions
Where are spermatozoa made?
Seminiferous tubules
Which cells provide blood-testis barrier and secrete various hormones?
Sertoli Cells
What is the main function of the male reproductive system?
Produce spermatozoa and androgens
What is the thick fibromuscular connective tissue capsule of the testis called?
Tunica albuginea
Which part of the male reproductive system secretes testosterone?
Leydig / interstitial cells
Where do spermatozoa leave the seminiferous tubules to enter next?
Tubuli recti
What do Leydig / interstitial cells secrete?
Testosterone
Which part of the male reproductive system provides a blood-testis barrier and secretes fructose?
Sertoli Cells
Where are the extratesticular ducts located?
Rete testis and efferent ductules
What is the main function of the male reproductive system?
Produce spermatozoa and androgens
Study Notes
Male Reproductive System
- Spermatozoa are produced in the seminiferous tubules.
- Sertoli cells provide a blood-testis barrier and secrete various hormones.
- The main function of the male reproductive system is to produce and transport sperm.
- The tunica albuginea is the thick fibromuscular connective tissue capsule of the testis.
- The Leydig cells secrete testosterone.
- Spermatozoa leave the seminiferous tubules to enter the vasa efferentia.
- Leydig cells secrete testosterone.
- Sertoli cells provide a blood-testis barrier and secrete fructose.
- The extratesticular ducts are located outside the testis.
- The main function of the male reproductive system is to produce and transport sperm.
Test your knowledge of the histology of the male reproductive system with this quiz. Explore the testis, genital ducts, accessory sex glands, and penis while learning about the production of spermatozoa and androgens.
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