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The leydig cells as found in the human body are the secretory source of

A

glucagon

B

androgens

C

progesterone

D

intestinal mucus

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B
Leydig cells are present in the testes of mammals. These produce androgens (testosterone). These hormones control the development of secondary sexual characters as well as gametogenesis (spermatogenesis) in males.
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