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ZOO 101 The Role of Hormones in Human Reproduction Objective Question

Question

Excess FSH in females may occur if which hormone is deficient?
Options
A Estrogen
B Inhibin
Correct Answer
C Testosterone
D Progesterone
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Inhibin's specific role is to inhibit FSH. If inhibin is deficient, the negative feedback on FSH is lost, potentially leading to excess FSH secretion.

Hint

Which hormone's name indicates its primary function is to inhibit FSH?

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