Chapter 13- Luteinizing Hormone and Follicle Stimulating Hormone Flashcards
FH and FSH:
- STIMULATE __________
- ESSENTIAL FOR __________
- REGULATE aspects of __________
gonads
reproduction
gonadal function in BOTH sexes
In the TESTES, LH binds to __________ cells to produce testosterone
Leydig (cells)
In the OVARIES, __________ cells respond to LH and convert it to testosterone
Theca (cells)
In the OVARIES, __________ cells convert testosterone to estrogen
granulosa (cells)
FSH stimulates maturation of __________
ovarian follicles
FSH supports __________ maturation
sperm cell (maturation)
FSH supports SPERM CELL maturation by supporting the function of __________ cells
sertoli (cells)
What are the FOUR symptoms of LOW FSH in MALES?
erectile dysfunction
decreased libido
infertility
low energy
LOW and HIGH FSH in FEMALES can lead to what THREE things?
oligomenorrhea
amenorrhea
infertility
What is the name of the MOST FREQUENTLY prescribed FERTILITY DRUG?
clomid
What happens to the female body when taking Clomid?
forced ovulation
What is the most common side affect of taking Clomid?
headache
__________ is a DIGESTIVE hormone that INCREASES GASTRIC ACID SECRETION
gastrin
GASTRIN is found in the __________
G cells of the STOMACH
__________ is a DIGESTIVE hormone that STIMULATES APPETITE
grehlin
