Comprehensive review sets for different exams (Exam 1, Exam 3, and Finals) are available on Quizlet (Final) and Quizlet (Exam 3) .
Involved in smooth muscle contraction (milk letdown, parturition). Comprehensive review sets for different exams (Exam 1,
Maintains pregnancy; produced by large and small luteal cells. Leydig Cells (Testes) Crucial for sperm production and male characteristics. Oxytocin Large Luteal Cells / Hypothalamus Leydig Cells (Testes) Crucial for sperm production and
Take the testosterone produced by theca cells and convert it into estrogen (estradiol) using the aromatase enzyme under the influence of FSH. 3. Luteal Cells (Post-Ovulation) parturition). Maintains pregnancy
They produce placental lactogen and pregnancy-specific protein B (often used in pregnancy testing). Additional Resources
Understanding where hormones are produced and their primary functions is critical for this course. Primary Source Primary Function Hypothalamus Stimulates the release of LH and FSH. FSH Anterior Pituitary Improves follicle growth in the ovary. LH Anterior Pituitary Stimulates ovulation and luteinization. Progesterone (P4) Corpus Luteum (CL)