Sustentacular Cells in Male Reproductive System

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What is the primary function of sustentacular cells in the seminiferous tubules?

  • Act as a blood-testis barrier against immune responses (correct)
  • Facilitate sperm release into the lumen
  • Produce testosterone and inhibin hormones
  • Provide structural support for spermatogenic cells

How does the negative feedback system regulate testosterone levels in the male reproductive system?

  • Decreased testosterone inhibits GnRH, leading to decreased LH and testosterone production
  • Increased testosterone stimulates GnRH, leading to increased LH and testosterone production
  • Increased testosterone inhibits GnRH, leading to decreased LH and testosterone production (correct)
  • Decreased testosterone stimulates GnRH, leading to increased LH and testosterone production

Which accessory gland secretion contributes to sperm motility and viability?

  • Seminal vesicles
  • Prostate gland (correct)
  • Bulbourethral glands
  • All of the above

What is the primary function of the seminal vesicles in the male reproductive system?

<p>Secrete a viscous fluid containing fructose and clotting proteins (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which gland secretion helps neutralize acidic substances for sperm protection during sexual arousal?

<p>Bulbourethral glands (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the blood-testis barrier formed by sustentacular cells?

<p>Isolate developing gametes from immune responses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about the negative feedback system regulating testosterone levels is incorrect?

<p>Decreased testosterone inhibits GnRH secretion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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