Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Human Reproduction

Question:

Which among the following hormone of pituitary gland acts on the sertoli cell?

Options:

LH

FSH

GH

Prolactin

Correct Answer:

FSH

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) - FSH

Spermatogenesis starts at the age of puberty due to significant increase in the secretion of gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH). This is a hypothalamic hormone. The increased levels of GnRH then acts at the anterior pituitary gland and stimulates secretion of two gonadotropins – luteinising hormone (LH) and follicle stimulating hormone (FSH). LH acts at the Leydig cells and stimulates synthesis and secretion of androgens. Androgens, in turn, stimulate the process of spermatogenesis.

FSH acts on the Sertoli cells and stimulates secretion of some factors which help in the process of spermiogenesis.