Phases of Ovarian Cycle Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
What is true about the hypothalamus?
A
It has the ultimate control
2
Q
What does the hypothalamus secrete?
A
GnRH
2
Q
Where does the GnRH get transported to?
A
To the anterior pituitary
3
Q
Which two hormones does the anterior pituitary secrete?
A
FSH and LH
4
Q
What does the follicular phase do?
A
Promotes development of follicles (FSH)
4
Q
What is true about FSH and LH?
A
They are secreted at different rates throughout the cycle
5
Q
True or false: Throughout the ovarian cycle, estrogen is high and FSH is low
A
True
6
Q
What happens around day 14 of the cycle?
A
Estrogen is high, GnRH is high and LH is high which triggers ovulation
7
Q
What does the luteal phase do?
A
Promotes development of corpus luteum
8
Q
What happens when there is no pregnancy?
A
CL breaks down and uterine lining sheds
