HormonesHardQuestion 9143
Question
Androgen-binding protein released by Sertoli cells is important because it:
- AMaintains a high local testosterone concentrationCorrect
- BTriggers implantation
- CForms the zona pellucida
- DConverts sperm into ovum
Correct answer
Maintains a high local testosterone concentration
Explanation
ABP helps maintain testosterone levels in seminiferous tubules, supporting spermatogenesis.