Mammalian reproduction is coordinated by hormones from the hypothalamus, anterior pituitary, and gonads. Describe and discuss the mechanisms of "Hormonal Control of the Male Reproductive System" and "Hormonal Control of Female Reproductive Cycles" respectively.
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It releases gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) which acts on the anterior pituitary gland. Step 2: The anterior pituitary gland then releases two hormones, luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH). Step 3: LH acts on the Leydig cells in Show more…
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