Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
A) contributes to the maturation of sperm.
B) stimulates the testes to produce testosterone.
C) stimulates the release of GnRH by the hypothalamus.
D) inhibits the release of melatonin by the pineal gland.

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FSH is a hormone that is produced and secreted by the pituitary gland in both males and females. In males, FSH stimulates the Sertoli cells in the testes, which contribute to the maturation of sperm by aiding in their production and providing nutrients and other factors necessary for their development. FSH does not stimulate the testes to produce testosterone, nor does it stimulate the release of GnRH by the hypothalamus or inhibit the release of melatonin by the pineal gland.

Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)