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The Leydig cells found in the human body are the secretory source of:

1. Progesterone
2. Intestinal mucus
3. Glucagon
4. Androgens

Correct answer: Androgens

Solution

Leydig cells are located in the testes and secrete androgens, especially testosterone. The other options come from different organs or cell types: progesterone from ovaries/adrenal cortex, mucus from intestinal goblet cells, and glucagon from pancreatic alpha cells.

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