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: [[Progesterone]] causes the lining of the [[uterus]] to become thicker and to keep its thickness. | : [[Progesterone]] causes the lining of the [[uterus]] to become thicker and to keep its thickness. | ||
| + | : [[Progesterone]] inhibits the the [[secrete|secretion]] of [[Follicle Stimulating Hormone|follicle stimulating hormone]] and [[Luteinising Hormone|luteinising hormone]]. | ||
Revision as of 18:42, 24 June 2019
Key Stage 4
Meaning
Progesterone is a hormone that cause the build up of the uterine lining during the menstrual cycle.
About Progesterone
- Progesterone is secreted by the ovaries.
- The target organ for progesterone is the uterus.
- Progesterone causes the lining of the uterus to become thicker and to keep its thickness.
- Progesterone inhibits the the secretion of follicle stimulating hormone and luteinising hormone.