Which of the Following Best Describes the Function of the Blood-

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the function of the blood- testis barrier?

• A)It maintains a differential fluid composition of the seminiferous tubule lumen that facilitates the development of sperm and blocks the access of androgens to the lumen.
• B)It maintains a differential fluid composition of the epididymis tubule lumen that favors maintaining high concentrations of androgens in the lumen to facilitate sperm production.
• C)It maintains a differential fluid composition of the seminiferous tubule lumen that facilitates development of sperm and protects sperm from the immune system.
• D)It maintains a differential fluid composition of the epididymis tubule lumen that facilitates movement of sperm during emission.
• E)It maintains a differential fluid composition of the seminiferous tubule lumen that facilitates the entry of inhibin into the lumen, thereby decreasing sperm production.

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