Question

"LH Surge" induces:

• A. Secretion of estrogens
• B. Degeneration of corpus luteum
• C. Rupture of Graffian follicle
• D. Disintegration of endometrium

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Rupture of Graffian follicle

LH (luteinizing hormone) :

• It is produced by the pituitary gland.

• It plays an important role in sexual development and functioning.

LH surge:

• Due to a rise in luteinizing hormone, ovulation is spontaneously triggered. It is known as LH surge.

• It initiates the beginning of ovulation (fertile period).

• It begins around 36 hours before ovulation.

• The released egg survives for about 24 hours.