A number of major hormones are necessary for healthy reproduction to occur. These hormones are produced by a number of different organs. The anterior pituitary gland is responsible for producing (select all that apply)
a. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
b. Luteinizing hormone (LH)
c. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH)
d. Oxytocin
e. Prolactin
A, B, E
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Correct FSH and LH are both produced by the anterior pituitary gland. Both of
these hormones assist in the stimulation and maturation of the ovarian
follicle. Prolactin is also produced by the anterior pituitary and is required
for milk production (lactogenesis) to occur.
Incorrect GnRH is produced by the hypothalamus and stimulates the release of FSH
and LH. Oxytocin is produced by the posterior pituitary gland and is
responsible for stimulating uterine contractions during birth.
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