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Testosterone

Testosterone is the principal androgen or male sex a hormone and is secreted primarily by the testes (male endocrine glands in the scrotum).

Testosterone is important for :

Development and function of male sex organs.

Secondary sexual characteristics. e.g. body hair, muscle development, voice change.

For further general/summary information including the locations of the endocrine glands in the body, visit the page about Endocrine Glands of the Human Body.

 
The Hormone Connection


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