Human Physiology
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781259864629
Author: Fox, Stuart Ira
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 20, Problem 15RA
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To determine:
The true statement about the constant secretion of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) from the given options.
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The hypothalamus secretes a gonadotrophin-releasing hormone, which is responsible for the stimulation of the anterior pituitary gland to release the FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) and LH (luteinizing hormone). The increased levels of FSH and LH release more testosterone and estrogen by stimulating the anterior pituitary.
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