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Sertoli cells
Sertoli cells (sustentacular cells) Cells that line the seminiferous tubules in the testis. Named after Italian histologist Enrico Sertoli (1842–1910), Sertoli cells protect the spermatids and convey nutrients to both the developing and mature spermatozoa. They also produce a hormone, inhibin, which can inhibit follicle-stimulating hormone and thereby regulate production of spermatozoa.
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"Sertoli cells." A Dictionary of Biology. 2004. Encyclopedia.com. 30 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. "Sertoli cells." A Dictionary of Biology. 2004. Encyclopedia.com. (May 30, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O6-Sertolicells.html "Sertoli cells." A Dictionary of Biology. 2004. Retrieved May 30, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O6-Sertolicells.html |
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Sertoli cells
Sertoli cells See TESTIS.
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MICHAEL ALLABY. "Sertoli cells." A Dictionary of Zoology. 1999. Encyclopedia.com. 30 May. 2012 <http://www.encyclopedia.com>. MICHAEL ALLABY. "Sertoli cells." A Dictionary of Zoology. 1999. Encyclopedia.com. (May 30, 2012). http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O8-Sertolicells.html MICHAEL ALLABY. "Sertoli cells." A Dictionary of Zoology. 1999. Retrieved May 30, 2012 from Encyclopedia.com: http://www.encyclopedia.com/doc/1O8-Sertolicells.html |
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