Which hormone acts directly on Leydig cells to stimulate testosterone production?
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Correct answer: Luteinizing hormone
Luteinizing hormone (LH) binds to receptors on the interstitial cells of Leydig. This triggers the signaling pathway that increases the conversion of cholesterol to testosterone.
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