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Veterinary Technician

Category - Pharmacology

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A reproductive hormone, extracted from animal pituitary glands, is used commonly as a medication to stimulate follicular growth and estrogen production in the female and spermatogenesis in the male. It is also used induce superovulation in several animal species. What is this hormone called?
  1. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
  2. Gonadotropin-releasing hormone
  3. Human chorionic gonadotropin
  4. Progesterone
Explanation
Answer: A - Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), extracted from animal pituitary glands, is used as a medication to stimulate follicular growth and estrogen production in the female and spermatogenesis in the male. Prolonged use or over dosage can result in cystic endometrial hyperplasia and follicular cysts.
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