Embryology & Reproduction
Seminiferous tubules contain epithelium consisting of Sertoli cells that envelop and support germ cells undergoing progressive differentiation and development into mature spermatozoa. Leydig cells produce testosterone in the presence of luteinizing hormone.
Genital development. Top, Differentiation of male and female reproductive systems are illustrated in schematic cross-section (not to scale). Bottom, the Prader scale of genital virilization.
