Question

Identify the correct pair of hormone and its target cells in the context of spermatogenesis.

• A. Gonadotrophin: Leydig cells
• B. Luteinising Hormone: Sertoli cells
• C. Testosterone: Pituitary gland
• D. Follicle Stimulating Hormone: Sertoli cells

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Follicle Stimulating Hormone: Sertoli cells

Gonadotrophic Hormone is released by Hypothalamus and acts on Anterior Pituitary. Anterior pituitary releases Luteinising Hormone which acts on Leydig cells. Leydig cells release Androgens which act on a variety of targets to initiate Spermatogenesis. Anterior Pituitary also releases Follicle Stimulating hormone which acts on Sertoli cells to release various factors that promotes spermatogenesis.