Genito-Urinary System Flashcards
1
Q
What class of hormones are oestrogens, progestagens and androgens?
A
Sex steroid hormones
2
Q
What chemical are sex steroid hormones synthesised from?
A
Cholesterol
3
Q
Why is there often a lag between binding of sex steroid hormone to its receptor and their biological effect?
A
They exert effect through gene transcription
4
Q
What are the main effects oestradiol?
A
Stimulates growth of endometrium and breast tissue
5
Q
What are some effects of testosterone?
A
Stimulate male secondary sex characteristics
