GENERAL HISTOLOGY

MALE REPRODUCTIVE ORGAN

TESTES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following secretes citrate and enzymes to break up the semen clot during intercourse?
A
Leydig cells
B
Prostate gland
C
Bulbourethral gland
D
Seminiferous tubule
E
Seminal vesicle
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The prostate gland is located just below the bladder in men and surrounds the top portion of the tube that drains urine from the bladder (urethra). The prostate’s primary function is to produce the fluid that nourishes and transports sperm (seminal fluid).

Detailed explanation-2: -A: Normal prostate glandular epithelial cells are citrate-producing cells in which high zinc accumulation inhibits citrate oxidation.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fibrinogen produced by seminal vesicle is acted upon by clotting enzymes produced by the prostate to form fibrin which clots the semen. A fibrin-degrading enzyme called fibrinolysin is also present in the secretions of the prostate.

Detailed explanation-4: -It helps produce semen. It produces prostate-specific antigen (PSA). It pumps sperm. It’s the “G-spot.” It acts as a filter. It creates erections. It protects against urinary tract infections. It controls urine flow. More items •09-Mar-2017

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