Biology Reproduction PMC 2020
PMDC Verified Question 58 of 81
Which of the following hormones of the pituitary gland regulate the menstrual cycle?
A
Follicle stimulating hormone and estrogen
B
Luteinizing hormone and estrogen
C
Follicle stimulating hormone and Luteinizing hormone
D
Estrogen and progesterone
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Propolis Cognitive Error Autopsy

Official Correct Choice:
Option C: Follicle stimulating hormone and Luteinizing hormone
Concept:

The menstrual cycle is driven from the "top down" by hormones originating in the brain.

Solution:

  • The question specifically asks for hormones of the pituitary gland.


  • The anterior pituitary gland secretes two key gonadotropins: Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing Hormone (LH).


  • FSH drives the follicular phase, and LH drives ovulation and the luteal phase.


Why other options are incorrect:

Estrogen and Progesterone are indeed primary regulators of the menstrual cycle, but they are secreted by the ovaries, not the pituitary gland.

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