NEET2013ZoologyChemical Coordination and IntegrationActual
Select the option which correctly matches the endocrine gland with its hormone and its function.
Options
- AEndocrine-Placenta; Hormone-Estrogen; Function-Initiates secretion of the milk
- BEndocrine-Corpus luteum; Hormone-Estrogen; Function-Essential for main tenance of endometrium
- CEndocrine-Leydig's cells; Hormone-Androgen; Function-Initiates the production of sperms
- DEndocrine-Ovary; Hormone-FSH; Function-Stimulates follicular development and the secretion of etrogens
Correct answer
C. Endocrine-Leydig's cells; Hormone-Androgen; Function-Initiates the production of sperms
Step-by-step solution
Leydig cells are found adjacent to the seminiferous tubules in the testicle. They produce testosterone and spermatogenesis in the presence of luteinizing hormone ( LH ). The placenta secretes extra ovarian hormones-oestrogen and progesterone in female during pregnancy that serves to maintain foctus. It also secrete hCG , hPL and relaxin. The corpus luteum secretes large amount of progesterone which is essential for maintenance of endometrium. Graafian follicles of ovary secrete oestrogens and progesterone to contro