Female Endocrinology Flashcards

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GnRH

A

Hypothalamus
Awakens the pituitary

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2
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FSH follicular stimulating hormone

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Pituitary
Stimulates the follicles

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3
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LH luteinizing hormone

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Pituitary
Causes ovulation
Maintains corpus luteum

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4
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Estrogen

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Follicles
Builds up uterine lining
Decreases FSH
Increases LH

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5
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Progesterone

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Follicles
Maintains uterine lining when pregnant

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