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gametogenesis &
The menstrual cycle
J. J. MARSHALL-THOMPSON
R. SCOTT
CAPE BIOLOGY UNIT 1
2ND APRIL, 2019
Objectives
Excess testosterone
1. Leydig cells:
inhibits LH production.
testosterone
Increased activity of
2. Sertoli cells: become Sertoli cells releases
more receptive to inhibin which inhibits
testosterone secretion of FSH.
Hormonal control of
spermatogenesis
Implications
▶ Cyclical
▶ Involves some of the same hormones
as in spermatogenesis
▶ Both positive and negative feedback
Discuss the
importance of
Menstrual
hormones in the
cycle control of the
menstrual cycle
We all go through phases
▶ Cervical mucous
reduces acidity of
vagina
▶ Energy increases
▶ Higher libido
▶ Skin is clear & radiant
▶ Breast appear larger
Zooming in on the Luteal Phase