J & K CET Medical J & K - CET Medical Solved Paper-2012

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    Which of the following is responsible for nourishing the developing sperm?

    A)  Sertoli cells

    B)  Leydig cells

    C)  Granulosa cells

    D)  Corpus luteum

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     The epithelium of seminiferous tubules of testes is made up of two type of cells, i.e., Sertoli cells or supporting cells and spermatogenic cells. Sertoli cells nourish spermatozoa. These secrete a glycoprotein hormone called inhibin, which is involved in negative feedback control   of sperm production.


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