Which of the following structures are related to the male reproductive organ.
(A). Isthmus
(B). Sertoli cells
(C). Leydig cells
(D). Prostate
Choose the correct answer option given below.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → (B), (C) and (D) only
(A). Isthmus — Incorrect. The isthmus is the narrow part of the fallopian tube, next to the uterus. It belongs to the female reproductive system.
(B). Sertoli cells — Correct. Sertoli cells line the seminiferous tubules of the testis along with the male germ cells. They give nutrition to the germ cells while sperms are formed.
(C). Leydig cells — Correct. Leydig cells (interstitial cells) lie in the spaces between the seminiferous tubules of the testis. They secrete the male hormones, androgens.
(D). Prostate — Correct. The prostate is one of the male accessory glands. Its secretion forms a part of the seminal plasma, which carries the sperms.