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Human Reproduction

Question
CBSEENBI12001334

Name the hormones involved in regulation of spermatogenesis.

Solution

The hormones involved in the regulation of spermatogenesis are -:

1. Gonadotropin releasing hormones (GnRH) released from the hypothalamus. It stimulates the  release of gonadotropins from pituitary.

2.  Follicular Stimulating Hormone (FSH). secreted by anterior pitutary which acts on sertoli cells and helps in spermatogenesis.

3 Lutenizing hormone (LH) secreted by anterior pitutary that stimulates the leydig cells to  synthesize and secrete androgens which help in spermatogenesis.