Luteinizing hormone (LH)

Definition

Luteinizing Hormone is a hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that triggers ovulation and stimulates the production of progesterone in females, and testosterone in males. It plays a crucial role in regulating reproductive function and fertility.

Related terms

Follicle: stimulating hormone (FSH) - A hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland that works alongside LH to control reproductive processes, including the development of eggs in ovaries and sperm in testes.

Ovulation: The process triggered by a surge in LH levels, resulting in an egg being released from an ovary into the fallopian tube for potential fertilization.

Progesterone: A steroid hormone stimulated by LH that prepares the uterus for pregnancy and supports its maintenance