Functions of hormones in a menstrual cycle

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Functions of hormones in a menstrual cycle

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Types of glands involved in a menstrual cycle

  1. Pituitary gland

  2. Ovary


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Pituitary gland

Secretes FSH, LH

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Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

  1. Stimulates follicle growth in the ovary

  2. Stimulates the release of oestrogen


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Luteinising hormone (LH)

  1. Stimulates ovulation

  2. Causes the formation of the corpus luteum

  3. Stimulates the release of progesterone


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Ovary

Secretes oestrogen, progesterone

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Oestrogen

  1. Repairs and stimulates the thickening of the endometrium wall

  2. Stimulates follicle growth until it matures

  3. Stimulates FSH and LH release prior to ovulation


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Progesterone

  1. Stimulates the thickening of the endometrium, making it thick, folded and rich in blood vessels to prepare for the implantation of embryo.

  2. Stops the release of FSH and LH to prevent follicle growth and ovulation