A 13-year-old female is undergoing rapid development of her breasts after experiencing menarche several months ago. Which of the following hormones are active in the development of her breasts? Select all that apply
A)
Prolactin
B)
Human growth hormone
C)
Luteinizing hormone
D)
Estrogen
E)
Follicle-stimulating hormone
F)
Progesterone
Ans:
A, C, D, E, F
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In women, the pituitary release of FSH, LH, and prolactin at puberty stimulates the ovary to produce and release estrogen. This estrogen stimulates the growth and proliferation of the ductile system. With the onset of ovulatory cycles, progesterone release stimulates the growth and development of ductile and alveolar secretory epithelium.
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