BIOD 151 exam 6 Portage learning WINTER 2024

explain 2 reasons why a woman with low levels of LH would not be able to become pregnant 1. LH acts on the ovary to cause ovulation to occur 2. LH causes progesterone release to facilitate potential fertilization of egg and pregnancy. progesterone is a key hormone for the maintenance of pregnancy 2. would you expect a female to have testosterone in their bloodstream? explain why or why not yes. both males and females produce all the sex hormones at different ratios. the adrenal glands are largely responsible for producing the opposite hormone 3. explain the concept of negative feedback and how it helps to maintain homeostasis 1. the effect or increased level of the hormone acts to shut down the continue release of the hormone 2. the brain is constantly monitoring hormone levels to keep levels within a certain range or set point (homeostasis). negative