Repro 5

Question 1

Theca cells produce androgens when stimulated by

Answer 1

LH

Question 2

Ovulation

Answer 2

LH Surge
LH necessary for oocyte maturation
Meiosis resumes (1st division)
Mature follicle secretes prostaglandins and proteolytic enzymes
Proteolytic enzymes breakdown collagen and connective tissue holding follicle together
Prostaglandins may contribute to rupture of follicle and or ovary wall
Secondary oocyte is swept into fallopian tube by fimbre

Question 3

What happens to luteal phase

Answer 3

High amount of progesterone, Progesterone and Inhibit
FSH And LH levels stay low

Question 4

Late Luteal Phase

Answer 4

Estrogen and Pogesterone go low
FSH and LH goes up
Recruits more follicles for the next menstruation cycle

Question 5

Breast development and Pattern of fat distribution to hips and upper thighs involve

Answer 5

Estrogen

Question 6

Pubic hair and armpit hair and Libido ( sex drive) Is influenced by

Answer 6

Androgens (Produced by Adrenal Cortex)

Question 7

Which hormone appears to be most important in triggering ovulation

Answer 7

LH