Question

What hormone types control the menstrual cycle?

Options

• Only thyroid hormones

• Gonadotropins and ovarian hormones

• Only pancreatic hormones

• Only estrogen and progesterone

Answer 1

The menstrual cycle is controlled by gonadotropins (hormones from the pituitary gland) and ovarian hormones (estrogen and progesterone). These hormones work together to regulate the cyclic changes that occur throughout the menstrual cycle.