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| + | <big><center>[[Endocrine System - Anatomy & Physiology|'''BACK TO ENDOCRINE SYSTEM ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY''']]</center></big> |
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| − | The [[Testes and Epididymis - Anatomy & Physiology|testes]] produce three main [[Hormones - Anatomy & Physiology|hormones]].
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| − | |+ ''Hormones of the Testes''
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| − | |<font color=Purple>Testosterone</font>
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| − | |Leydig Cells
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| − | |GnRH from the [[Hypothalamus - Anatomy & Physiology|Hypothalamus]] causes LH secretion from the [[Pituitary Gland - Anatomy & Physiology|Pituitary Gland]] which stimulates the Leydig Cells.
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| − | |This hormone controls and maintains the growth and functions of the reproductive organs. It enhances libido and is essential for spermatogenesis.
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| − | |<font color=Purple>Inhibin</font>
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| − | |Sertoli Cells
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| − | |GnRH from the [[Hypothalamus - Anatomy & Physiology|Hypothalamus]] causes FSH secretion from the [[Pituitary Gland - Anatomy & Physiology|Pituitary Gland]] which stimulates the Sertoli Cells.
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| − | |Prevents secretion of further FSH from the [[Pituitary Gland - Anatomy & Physiology|Pituitary Gland]].
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| − | |<font color=Purple>Oestradiol<font>
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| − | |Sertoli Cells
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| − | |GnRH from the [[Hypothalamus - Anatomy & Physiology|Hypothalamus]] causes FSH secretion from the [[Pituitary Gland - Anatomy & Physiology|Pituitary Gland]] which stimulates the Sertoli Cells.
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| − | |Converted from testosterone, this hormone's function is complex. It may prevent apoptosis of male germ cells.
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| − | [[Category:Endocrine System - Anatomy & Physiology]][[Category:Male Reproduction]]
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