The Estrogen Synthesis
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Which enzyme is responsible for the generation of estradiol and estrone?

  • GnRH
  • Aromatase (correct)
  • Flutamide
  • Estriol

    • Which form of estrogen can arise indirectly?

  • Estriol (correct)
  • GnRH
  • Estradiol
  • Estrone

    • How do GnRH antagonists prevent the secretion of LH and FSH from the anterior pituitary?

  • By preventing the formation of the androgen-receptor complex
  • By blocking hypothalamic GnRH from binding to receptors in the anterior pituitary (correct)
  • By increasing gene expression triggered by androgens
  • By generating estradiol and estrone

    • What effect does the drug flutamide have in androgen-responsive cells?

    <p>It decreases gene expression triggered by androgens</p> Signup and view all the answers

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