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Leydig cell |
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Leydig cell [′lī·dig ‚sel] (histology) One of the interstitial cells of the testes; thought to produce androgen. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The inhibitory effects of lead on steroidogenesis in MA-10 mouse Leydig tumor cells. CGY-25 stimulates the secretion of a male sex hormone in the Leydig cells for the natural treatment of testosterone deficiency. Reactive oxygen disrupts mitechondria in MA-10 tumor Leydig cells and inhibits steroidugenic acute regulatory (STAR) protein and steroidogenesis. |
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