Gonadotropin ReleasiUterusSecretion of hormonesProgesteronePituitaryEstrogenOvaryFollicle StimulaMenstrual cycleFallopian tubesEndocrine glandsSecreteHypothalamusOrgansGnRHAmino acidsChemicalsAdrenalPregnancyUrineVaginaThyroidConcentrationsBoneOrganMetabolismMammalianSpermFunctionsProductionFemaleBloodFemalesBodyEssentialChemicalGrowth and developmentLifeWaterHumansSmall
Gonadotropin Releasi2
- Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone/GnRH (FSHRH/LHRH)- stimulates release of FSH and LH from anterior pituitaryB. (gradebuddy.com)
- Specialized hypothalamic neurons secrete pulses of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) into the portal blood vessels, which acts on the gonadotrophs to cause a pulsatile release of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), which act on ovarian follicle cells to control folliculogenesis. (glowm.com)
Uterus7
- Located at the lower end of the uterus, the cervix is a cylindrical structure that acts as a gateway between the uterus and vagina. (looksmaxer.com)
- Menstruation is regulated by hormones produced by various glands in a woman's body, including the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, ovaries, and uterus itself. (looksmaxer.com)
- By blocking access to the uterus and oviducts, the plug is thought to be an adaptation by which males inhibit the passage of sperm from competitor males, thus protecting their reproductive investment. (biomedcentral.com)
- A ligament attaches the cow's uterus, oviducts, and ovaries, which are located in the pelvic area of the cow and suspended to allow for ease of movement and later to accommodate a growing fetal calf. (cowcaretaker.com)
- Cervical mucus acts as a transport for sperm into the uterus, while also protecting against bacteria and keeping all foreign matter out. (cowcaretaker.com)
- The uterus is a structure that has a main cavity and two branches. (cowcaretaker.com)
- Progesterone is the hormone of pregnancy and acts on the uterus to stimulate blastocyst survival, growth, and development. (bioscientifica.com)
Secretion of hormones2
- Many endocrine glands are organs whose primary functions are the production and secretion of hormones. (50webs.org)
- This gland controls the secretion of hormones from the gonad, including the LH hormone or luteinizing hormone. (eibik.com)
Progesterone4
- In addition to egg production, the ovaries also produce hormones such as estrogen and progesterone, which play crucial roles in regulating the menstrual cycle and preparing the body for pregnancy. (looksmaxer.com)
- i) production of female gametes i.e., ova (ii) secretion of female hormones i.e., estrogen and progesterone. (assignmentsbag.com)
- It also has an important role in controlling the ovarian secretions of the hormones estrogen and progesterone in women and the secretions of the testicles of the hormone testosterone in men. (eibik.com)
- The corpus luteum is responsible for the secretion of sex hormones (particularly progesterone and estrogen) that stimulate the endometrium's thickening to prepare it for receiving the fertilized egg. (eibik.com)
Pituitary3
- Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) are released by the pituitary gland to stimulate the ovaries. (looksmaxer.com)
- It is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland. (eibik.com)
- A group of young follicles develops each month by the action of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) secreted by the anterior pituitary gland, but eventually, only one follicle takes over. (eibik.com)
Estrogen2
- acts synergistically with luteinizing hormone to stimulate estrogen production5. (gradebuddy.com)
- This genital structure is comprised of folds of skin that change in appearance depending on the number of hormones such as estrogen that may be present. (cowcaretaker.com)
Ovary3
- The ovary is located at the end of the oviduct. (msstate.edu)
- The ovary houses the ovum (eggs) that will eventually be released into the oviduct to be fertilized. (msstate.edu)
- Conceptus-endometrial interactions in ruminants are complex and involve carefully orchestrated temporal and spatial alterations in gene expression regulated by hormones from the ovary and conceptus. (bioscientifica.com)
Follicle Stimula2
- Follicle Stimulating Hormone/FSH (glycoprotein)a. (gradebuddy.com)
- Testosterone, together with the two gonadotropic hormones follicle stimulating-hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) form the testicular endocrinal system that controls spermatogenesis and the development of sexual characteristics. (biomedcentral.com)
Menstrual cycle3
- This chapter describes the different parts of the female reproductive system: the organs involved in the process of reproduction, hormones that regulate a woman's body, the menstrual cycle, ovulation and pregnancy, the female's role in genetic division, birth control, sexually transmitted diseases and other diseases and disorders. (wikibooks.org)
- These hormones work together to control each phase of the menstrual cycle. (looksmaxer.com)
- In the middle of the menstrual cycle (about the 14th day), the hormone LH is secreted in large quantities, causing ovulation (ovulation). (eibik.com)
Fallopian tubes1
- The fallopian tubes are also called oviducts, uterine tubes, and salpines (singular salpinx). (dawasante.net)
Endocrine glands4
- Endocrine System: endocrine glands secrete hormones carried to other parts of the body (target organ/tissues) through the blood-streamA. (gradebuddy.com)
- Hormones are regulatory molecules secreted into the blood by endocrine glands. (50webs.org)
- The endocrine glands secrete their products, which are biologically active molecules called hormones, into the blood. (50webs.org)
- Hormones secreted by different endocrine glands vary widely in chemical structure. (50webs.org)
Secrete2
- Adrenocorticotrophic Hormone/ACTH (protein)- stimulates adrenal cortex to secrete corticosteroids (glucorticoids) involved in energy metabolism4. (gradebuddy.com)
- The concept of the endocrine system, however, must be extended beyond these organs, because many other organs in the body secrete hormones. (50webs.org)
Hypothalamus1
- This hormone is synthesized from an area in the brain called the hypothalamus. (eibik.com)
Organs2
- And both systems experience maturation of their reproductive organs, which become functional during puberty as a result of the gonads secreting sex hormones. (wikibooks.org)
- Hormones affect the metabolism of their target organs and, by this means, help regulate total body metabolism, growth, and reproduction. (50webs.org)
GnRH1
Amino acids2
- These are hormones derived from the amino acids tyrosine and tryptophan. (50webs.org)
- Antidiuretic hormone is a polypeptide with eight amino acids, too small to accurately be called a protein. (50webs.org)
Chemicals2
- Synthetic chemicals pretending to be hormones, Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs) . (oneradionetwork.com)
- In addition, a number of chemicals-norepinephrine, for example-are secreted both as a neurotransmitter and a hormone. (50webs.org)
Adrenal1
- They include the hormones secreted by the adrenal medulla, thyroid, and pineal glands. (50webs.org)
Pregnancy4
- Here is a comprehensive guide to the most essential pregnancy hormones in the body and their pregnancy role. (eibik.com)
- What hormones are essential during pregnancy? (eibik.com)
- What role does the LH hormone play in pregnancy? (eibik.com)
- Then, the function of the luteinizing hormone lies in stimulating ovulation, forming the corpus luteum, and ensuring the continuation of its work and secretion of sex hormones that ensure the preparation of the endometrium for the occurrence and continuation of pregnancy. (eibik.com)
Urine1
Vagina1
- When counting the openings in the female reproductive system, there are three main ones to consider: the vagina, cervix, and urethra. (looksmaxer.com)
Thyroid2
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone/TSH (glycoprotein)- stimulates thyroid gland3. (gradebuddy.com)
- However, excessive dietary restriction can lead to malnutrition Protein tyrosine phosphatase and physiological changes that lead to decreases in sympathetic nervous system activity, changes in thyroid metabolism, reductions in insulin concentrations and changes in glucagon, growth hormone and glucocorticoid secretion [8]. (chk1inhibitor.com)
Concentrations1
Bone1
- Growth Hormone/GH (protein)- "RBST" (bovine somatrotropin) stimulates growth of bone and muscle2. (gradebuddy.com)
Organ3
- Hormones: chemical substances that are carried by the blood stream to a target organ and elicit a consistent responseB. (gradebuddy.com)
- Though there are some differences in the function of the colon in different species, the organ primarily acts as a temporary repository for waste products and as a site of water absorption. (microscopyu.com)
- In water, skin acts as aquatic respiratory organ (cutaneous respiration). (neetexampdf.com)
Metabolism1
Mammalian1
- The main artery of the mammalian circulatory system, the aorta is supplies oxygenated blood to the other arteries of the body. (microscopyu.com)
Sperm2
- The MSP has two main functions in the reproduction of the helminthes: i) as cytosolic component it is responsible for the crawling movement of the mature sperm (without flagellum), and ii) once released, it acts as hormone on the female germ cells, where it triggers oocyte maturation and stimulates the oviduct wall to contract to bring the oocytes into position for fertilization. (wikipedia.org)
- They have two main functions: the efficient production of sperm (spermatogenesis) over a male's reproductive life span and the synthesis of hormones necessary to develop male sex characteristics. (biomedcentral.com)
Functions1
- Positive selection acts on eQTLS and sQTLs, indicating selective effects on important gene regulatory functions. (biomedcentral.com)
Production3
- The male germ cell is a unique highly specialized cell that is designed to exert its main function outside of its production site. (123dok.net)
- Europe is the main veal producer, accounting for 82% of the global production in 2010. (frontiersin.org)
- main veal producing countries outside Europe include the United States, with Canada, Australia and New Zealand each accounting for 3 to 6% of global production ( 1 ). (frontiersin.org)
Female1
- Those that result from the rupture and release of the mature follicle of the female egg within it, as it forcefully ejects it to enter the oviduct, also known as the fallopian tube (a part of the female reproductive system). (eibik.com)
Blood1
- The blood carries the hormones to target cells that contain specific receptor proteins for the hormones, and which therefore can respond in a specific fashion to them. (50webs.org)
Females1
- A sufficient number of animals in order to grant at least 40 females with a normal oestrus cycle for the main study. (europa.eu)
Body1
- Hormones play a particularly prominent role when you are pregnant to help protect and nourish your baby, as well as prepare your body for childbirth and motherhood. (eibik.com)
Essential1
Chemical1
- All hormones, however, can be divided into a few chemical classes. (50webs.org)
Growth and development1
- The main growth and development phase in plants begins with the germination of the mature seed. (atikaschool.org)
Life1
Water1
- The main events of photosynthesis are (i) absorption of light energy by chlorophyll, (ii) Use of light energy in photolysis of water, (iii) Conversion of light energy into ATP and NADPH 2 in chlorophyll. (rbsesolutions.com)
Humans1
- The main reason for these traditions is that humans are at the top of the biological chain in the habit of meat consumption (Okoli et al. (springeropen.com)
Small1
- The horn narrows at the end and becomes a small tube called the oviduct. (msstate.edu)