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Menstrual Hormones Flashcards

1
Q

FSH

Gland

A

Pituitary gland

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FSH

Role x 2

A
  1. Causes egg to mature in an ovary

2. Stimulates ovaries to release oestrogen

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3
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Oestrogen

Gland

A

Ovaries

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4
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Oestrogen

Role x 3

A
  1. Inhibits FSH production so only 1 egg matures in a cycle
  2. Repairs, thickens and maintains uterus lining
  3. Stimulates pituitary gland to release LH
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5
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LH

Gland

A

Pituitary gland

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6
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LH

Role x 1

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Triggers ovulation (release of an egg)

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7
Q

Progesterone

Gland

A

Ovaries

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Progesterone

Role x3

A
  1. Maintains uterus lining at the latter part of the menstrual cycle and during pregnancy
  2. Stimulates production of thick mucus which prevents sperm cells from reaching an egg
  3. Inhibits release of FSH and LH
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