A female patient is experiencing a hormonal imbalance that is causing her to skip menstrual periods due to low estrogen and miss ovulation. Which of the following is most likely the imbalanced hormone?
A. Adrenocorticotropic hormone
B. Growth hormone
C. Follicle-stimulating hormone
D. Prolactin-releasing factor
Answer: C
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