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Human Physiology: Estrogen and Progesterone Metabolism

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What is the primary function of estrogen in the body?

To inhibit the synthesis of other ovarian hormones

To regulate the development of secondary sexual characteristics in males

To promote proliferation and growth of specific cells in the body (correct)

To stimulate the production of progesterone during pregnancy

Which of the following is NOT a significant type of estrogen in females?

Estradiol

Estriol

Estrone

Testosterone (correct)

During pregnancy, which organ is responsible for the production of estrogen?

Adrenal cortices

Ovaries

Placenta (correct)

Pituitary gland

What is the precursor molecule for estrogen synthesis?

Cholesterol Signup and view all the answers

Which type of estrogen is produced by peripheral tissues of adrenal cortices?

Estrone Signup and view all the answers

What is the relative potency of estradiol compared to estrone and estriol?

12 times more potent than estrone and 80 times that of estriol Signup and view all the answers

During which phase of the female reproductive cycle is progesterone production highest?

Luteal phase Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the liver in estrogen metabolism?

Oxidation of estradiol and estrone to form estriol Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of granulosa cells in estrogen synthesis?

Interaction with follicular theca cells to produce estrogen Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of estrogen in the female reproductive cycle?

Stimulation of progesterone production Signup and view all the answers