Sertoli cells in the testicular tubes produce _____ that protects the sperm from immune system destruction.

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Sertoli cells produce FAS ligands, which interact with FAS on the surface of T lymphocytes, leading to the apoptosis of these potentially harmful immune cells. This mechanism helps protect sperm from being attacked by the body's immune system, as sperm cells are recognized as foreign due to their unique antigenic properties.

Sertoli Cells in the Testicular Tubes Produce _____ That Protects