Which of the Following Would Most Likely Occur Due to Increases

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would most likely occur due to increases in the level of estrogen?

• A)Increased production of gonadotropin-releasing hormone
• B)Decreased production of luteinizing hormone
• C)Increased production of prolactin and oxytocin
• D)Decreased production of testosterone

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Definitions:

Insulin

A substance secreted by the pancreas that controls levels of sugar in the blood by aiding in the absorption of glucose into the body's tissues.

Oxytocin

A hormone and neurotransmitter often called the "love hormone" for its role in social bonding, childbirth, and maternal behaviors.

Childhood Obesity

A medical condition involving an excess of body fat in individuals under the age of 18, often leading to various health risks.

Leptin

A hormone produced by fat cells that helps regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger, signaling fullness to the brain.