Sertoli cells

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Sertoli Cells

Sertoli cells (pronunciation: ser-TOE-lee cells), also known as nurse cells, are a type of cell found in the testis. They are named after the Italian physiologist Enrico Sertoli, who first described them in 1865.

Etymology

The term "Sertoli" is derived from the name of the Italian physiologist Enrico Sertoli. The term "cell" comes from the Latin cella, meaning "small room".

Function

Sertoli cells are essential for the development and maturation of spermatozoa. They provide physical support, nourishment, and regulatory signals to developing spermatogenic cells. Sertoli cells also form the blood-testis barrier, which protects the developing sperm from harmful substances in the blood.

Related Terms

  • Spermatogenesis: The process of sperm cell development, in which Sertoli cells play a crucial role.
  • Leydig cells: Cells in the testis that produce testosterone, which regulates Sertoli cell function.
  • Blood-testis barrier: A physical barrier between the blood vessels and the seminiferous tubules in the testis, formed by Sertoli cells.
  • Seminiferous tubules: The site in the testis where spermatogenesis occurs, and where Sertoli cells are located.

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