Sertoli cell

https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.11208

Somatic cell in the seminiferous tubule that supports spermatogenesis.

Note: Tight junctions between Sertoli cells contribute to the blood-testis barrier.
Source:
PAC, 2016, 88, 713. (Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)) on page 803 [Terms] [Paper]
Citation: 'Sertoli cell' in IUPAC Compendium of Chemical Terminology, 5th ed. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry; 2025. Online version 5.0.0, 2025. https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.11208 RIS BibTex EndNote
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