The interstitial cells in the testes produce
A)dihydrotestosterone.
B)androstenedione.
C)growth hormone.
D)progesterone.
E)testosterone.

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The interstitial cells, also known as Leydig cells, in the testes are responsible for the production of testosterone. Testosterone is a male sex hormone that is essential for the development and maintenance of secondary sexual characteristics, as well as for the functioning of the male reproductive system. None of the other options (dihydrotestosterone, androstenedione, growth hormone, progesterone) are produced by the interstitial cells in the testes.

The Interstitial Cells in the Testes Produce