The hormone that causes the formation of the corpus luteum and is also the ovulation hormone is
A) estrogen
B) LH
C) FSH
D) progesterone

Question

The hormone that causes the formation of the corpus luteum and is also the ovulation hormone is
A) estrogen
B) LH
C) FSH
D) progesterone

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

LH (luteinizing hormone) is produced by the pituitary gland and its surge triggers ovulation, causing the release of the mature egg from the follicle. Following ovulation, the remaining follicle is transformed into the corpus luteum under the influence of LH as well. The corpus luteum produces progesterone, which prepares the uterus for pregnancy. If the egg is not fertilized, the corpus luteum disintegrates, and progesterone levels drop, leading to menstruation.

The Hormone That Causes the Formation of the Corpus Luteum