Endocrine: Reproductive (Estrogen) Flashcards
1
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important promotion of breast development
A
Estrogen
2
Q
Alon or combined with Progesterone will cause
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Decreased BP
3
Q
Development of female characteristics; regulates FSH and LH
A
Estrogen
4
Q
Types of Estrogen (3)
A
Estrone
Estradiol
Estriol
5
Q
Weakest estrogen
Increased PRE-pubertal and POST-Menopausal
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Estrone (E-1)
6
Q
Most potent estrogen
increased in pre-menopausal
increased REPRODUCTIVE Stage
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Estradiol (E-2)
7
Q
Estrogen highest in pregnancy
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Estriol (E-3)
8
Q
Laboratory Method:
Urinary Estrogen
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Kober’s Reaction (HPLC : + PINK)
9
Q
Laboratory Method for Estrogen:
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Urinary Estrogen
Serum Estradiol