Hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis — Flashcards

As long as lactation continues, _____ is suppressed, due to inhibitory effects of prolactin on GnRH, FSH, and LH

Hypothalamic control of spermatogenesis and testosterone secretion are regulated via the hormone _____

During the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, basal body temperature _____ due to the effect of progesterone on the hypothalamic temperature set-point

Menopause is due to decreased _____ production due to age-linked decline in the number of ovarian follicles

Failure to grow, short stature, mild obesity, and delayed puberty is associated with what hormone deficiency?_____

What is the effect (up- or down-regulation) of progesterone on estrogen receptors? _____

In the ovaries, cholesterol desmolase activity is stimulated by the hormone _____

During the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle, estradiol _____ FSH and LH secretion

Which neuronal populations have the ability to regenerate after injury?

What physiological changes are expected during REM sleep?