Luteinizing hormone (LH) binds to interstitial (Leydig) cells and
A) inhibits sustentacular cells.
B) promotes sperm cell production by the interstitial cells.
C) decreases testosterone production by the interstitial cells.
D) stimulates GnRH levels to increase in the testes.
E) increases testosterone production by the interstitial cells.

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Luteinizing hormone (LH) specifically targets the Leydig cells in the testes to stimulate the production of testosterone, which is crucial for the development of male secondary sexual characteristics and for supporting spermatogenesis.

Luteinizing Hormone (LH) Binds to Interstitial (Leydig) Cells and