Sertoli Cell (Noun)
Meaning
Elongated cells found in the seminiferous tubules of the testis; apparently they nourish the spermatids.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- Sertoli cells are elongated cells found in the seminiferous tubules of the testis and they play a crucial role in the development and maintenance of spermatogenesis.
- The sertoli cell is in close contact with the developing sperm cells and provides them with the necessary nutrients and structural support.
- Sertoli cells also produce and secrete various hormones and growth factors that regulate the development and maturation of sperm cells.
- In response to follicle-stimulating hormone, sertoli cells undergo mitosis and differentiate into mature cells that can support spermatogenesis.
- The blood-testis barrier, which is formed by the tight junctions between sertoli cells, separates the seminiferous tubules from the bloodstream and creates a unique environment for spermatogenesis.