Hormones and the menstrual cycle

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  • Created on: 28-03-14 18:24

FSH (follicle stimulating hormone)

  • secreted by the pituatry gland
  • makes eggs mature in the ovaries
  • stimulates the ovaries to produce oestrogen
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Oestrogen

  • made and secreted by the ovaries
  • stimulates the lining of the womb
  • inhibits production of FS
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