Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Blood-Testis Barrier

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the blood-testis barrier?

• A) It prevents antibodies in the blood from getting to the germ cells.
• B) It prevents heat loss from the testes.
• C) It prevents blood from getting to the testes.
• D) It maintains testis temperature at 35°C.
• E) It maintains testis temperature at 37°C.

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