Cells that primarily produce steroid hormones, such as testosterone and estrogen, have large quantities of:

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The smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) is abundant in cells that produce and secrete steroid hormones, as it is involved in the synthesis of these hormones. The SER contains enzymes that catalyze the reactions involved in steroid synthesis. Additionally, steroid hormones are lipids, and the SER is involved in lipid metabolism.

Cells That Primarily Produce Steroid Hormones, Such as Testosterone and Estrogen