Which of the Following is the Function of Follicle-Stimulating Hormone

Question

Which of the following is the function of follicle-stimulating hormone in males?
A) Influences sexual behaviors and sex drive
B) Develops and maintains secondary sex characteristics
C) Stimulates the interstitial cells to produce testosterone
D) Stimulates the sustenocytes to produce inhibin
E) Initiates sperm production in the testes

Accepted Answer

Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) in males primarily initiates sperm production in the testes by acting on the Sertoli cells (also known as sustentacular cells or sustenocytes). This is crucial for male fertility.