Hirsutism and Virilization — Flashcards

In polycystic ovarian syndrome, increased _____ production causes excess androgen production (from theca cells), resulting in hirsutism

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is a condition characterized by at least 2/3 of the following criteria:- signs of _____- irregular periods (typically oligomenorrhea)- polycystic ovaries on ultrasound

_____ ng/mL of AMH is seen in PCOD and hyperstimulation syndrome.

The response of testosterone to hCG is _____ in ovotesticular disorder

_____ syndrome is due to a defect in the androgen receptor, which results in a normal-appearing female that is genotypically XY

_____ presents with enlarged, bilateral cystic ovaries

The corpus luteum synthesizes _____ and progesterone

In women, decreased levels of sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) causes _____ due to increased free testosterone

If a Y chromosome is identified in a phenotypic female, laparoscopic prophylactic _____ is recommended at the time of diagnosis to eliminate the risk of gonadoblastoma

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is characterized by _____ LH and low FSH