10 Questions
What hormone stimulates an increase in both the frequency and amplitude of gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) pulses?
Estrogen
What induces ovulation during the menstrual cycle?
Luteinizing hormone (LH)
What hormone is secreted by the corpus luteum after release of the ovum?
Progesterone
What hormone initially suppresses FSH secretion but then, above a certain level, stimulates an increase in both the frequency and amplitude of gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) pulses?
Estrogen
What results in menstrual bleeding if pregnancy does not occur?
Fall in progesterone levels
What hormone initially suppresses FSH secretion but then, above a certain level, stimulates an increase in both the frequency and amplitude of gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) pulses?
Oestradiol
What is the main hormone responsible for inducing ovulation during the menstrual cycle?
Luteinizing hormone (LH)
What hormone is secreted by the corpus luteum after release of the ovum?
Progesterone
What is the most useful 'test' of ovarian function?
Regular menstrual history
What hormone stimulates an increase in both the frequency and amplitude of gonadotrophin-releasing hormone (GnRH) pulses?
Oestradiol
Test your knowledge about the functions of the male reproductive system, including testosterone synthesis and spermatogenesis. Learn about the roles of Leydig cells, Sertoli cells, LH, and FSH in the process.
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