Definition The luteinizing hormone, LH (translated “yellowing hormone”) acts on the gonads in humans and fulfills important functions for the reproductive ability (so-called fertility). In women it is essential for ovulation and in men for the maturation of sperm. It is a so-called peptide hormone, which consists of protein. It is produced in the anterior … Luteinizing hormone
What can trigger elevated values? Elevated levels may be normal in women just before ovulation, as this increase in LH triggers ovulation. Permanently elevated concentrations of LH may indicate an underfunction of the ovaries (so-called primary ovarian insufficiency). The lack of ovarian function causes a regulatory increase in LH and attempts to activate the ovaries … What can trigger elevated values? | Luteinizing hormone
Place of education The luteinizing hormone is produced in the pituitary gland, the adenohypophysis (front lobe of the pituitary gland). The synthesis and secretion of LH is controlled by a hormone from the hypothalamus (a section of the diencephalon) called gonadoliberin (GnRH). LH in turn stimulates the production and release of estrogen and progesterone in … Place of education | Luteinizing hormone
The reproductive hormones include estrogen, progesterone, androgens, prolactin and oxytocin: Progesterone Prolactin Oestrogen Oxytocin Testosterone The hormone testosterone is responsible for male sex differentiation in human development. Testosterone also initiates the development of secondary sexual characteristics such as physique, hair type, development of the larynx and sebaceous glands. The hormone also regulates the development of … Reproduction hormones
