Human Physiology
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781259864629
Author: Fox, Stuart Ira
Publisher: Mcgraw-hill Education,
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Chapter 20, Problem 2RA
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The level of hormones during the follicular phase.
Introduction:
The menstrual cycle comprises of different phases. The follicular phase is one of the phases involved in the menstrual cycle. This phase starts from the day 1 of the menstrual cycle and ends at day 13. The length of the follicular phase may vary due to a number of factors.
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Ovary
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Anterior Pituitary
C.
Function
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Uterus
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High
LH
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b.
Hormone
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Hormone
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Estrogen
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Hormone
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Estrogen
Low
Progesterone
Low
d.
Hormone
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Hormone
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Progesterone
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Which row correctly identifies the function and source of hCG, respectively?
Select one:
a.
Function
Source
Stimulates FSH
Anterior pituitary
b.
Function
Source
Aids implantation
Uterus
c.
Function
Source
Maintains corpus luteum
Trophoblast and placenta
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