The androgen-binding protein functions to
A)Confer responsiveness of certain cells to male sex hormones
B)Transport androgens in the plasma
C)Bind and maintain high concentrations of testosterone in the seminiferous tubules
D)Both confer responsiveness of certain cells to male sex hormones and transport androgens in the plasma
E)Do all of these things

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The androgen-binding protein binds and maintains high concentrations of testosterone in the seminiferous tubules, which is critical for spermatogenesis. It does not confer responsiveness of certain cells to male sex hormones or transport androgens in the plasma.

The Androgen-Binding Protein Functions to