In the middle of the menstrual cycle, an increased release of estradiol causes a(n) ____.
A) decrease in the release of FSH
B) decrease in the release of LH
C) sudden surge in the release of luteinizing hormone
D) increase in the release of testosterone

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Mid-cycle, there is a sudden surge in the release of luteinizing hormone (LH), which triggers ovulation. This surge in LH is caused by the increased release of estradiol from the developing follicle. The release of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) also increases during this time, but it does not reach the level of a sudden surge. Testosterone is not directly involved in the menstrual cycle.

In the Middle of the Menstrual Cycle, an Increased Release