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