The Menstrual Cycle Flashcards
1
Q
What is FSH
A
FSH - Follicle stimulating hormone
- This is secreted by the pituitary gland. It travels to the ovaries where it causes an egg to develop and mature.
2
Q
Where is FSH produced
A
In tje pituitary gland
3
Q
What is oestrogen
A
A hormone that causes the lining of the uterus to build up
4
Q
Where is oestrogen produced
A
Made and secreted in the ovaries
5
Q
What is LH
A
- luteinising hormone
Helps to start rebuild the lining of the uterus wall
6
Q
Where is LH produced
A
In the pituitary gland
7
Q
What is progesterone
A
A hormone that Completes the development of the uterus wall, promotes glycogen storage
8
Q
Where is progesterone produced
A
Corpus leutum (yellow body)
9
Q
Why does menopause occur
A
The eggs in a women become infertile
10
Q
What is ovulation
A
When the egg is released from the ovary
11
Q
Why does oestrogen inhibit FSH production
A
This usually prevents more than one egg maturing. It also stimulates the pituitary gland to release luteinising hormone (LH).
