Hormones Flashcards
1
Q
FSH
A
- produced in pituitary
- targets the follicle in ovary
- develops follicle
- matures ovum
2
Q
Oestrogen
A
- produced in ovaries
- targets pituitary and uterus lining
- stimulates LH
- inhibits FSH
- builds uterus lining
3
Q
LH
A
- produced in pituitary
- targets the follicle in ovary
- stimulates ovulation
4
Q
Progesterone
A
- secreted from ovary
- targets pituitary and uterus lining
- Maintains uterus lining
- inhibits LH and FSH
