Key Stage 4
Meaning
Luteinising hormone is a hormone which causes the release of an ovum from a follicle in the ovary.
About Luteinising Hormone
- Luteinising hormone is produced by the pituitary gland.
- The target organs for luteinising hormone are the ovaries.
- Luteinising hormone causes ovultion.
- Luteinising hormone causes the lining of the uterus to develop.
- Luteinising hormone inhibits the secretion of follicle stimulating history.