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Horomones
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Source: Follicle Function: Causes signs of estrus, dilates the cervix | Estrogen |
| Source: Corpus Luteum Function: Inhibits(prevents) ovulation and maintains pregnancy | Progesterone |
| Source: Pituitary Gland Function: Simulates follicles to grow | Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) |
| Source: Pituitary Gland Function: Ovulation of Follicle | Luteinizing Horomone (LH) |
| Source: Hypothalamus Function: Signals Pituitary to secrete FSH and LH | Gonadotropin Releasing Hormone (GnRH) |
| Source: Uterus Function: Causes regression (destruction) of the Corpus Luteum | Prostaglandins |
| Source: Ovaries Function: Relaxation of the cervix and other tissues, assist calving by relaxing tendons in the rump and tailhead | Relaxin |
| Source: Testicles Function: Normal Sperm production and causes the development of male characteristics as animal mature. larger size, heavy neck and shoulders, deeper voice, aggressive behavior | Testosterone |
| Source: Adrenal glands (on Kidneys Function: blocks milk letdown Fight or flight horomone | Adrenaline |
| Source: Pituitary Gland Function: Milk Letdown | Oxytocin |
| Source: Pituitary Gland Function: Initiates and supports milk production(primary function) and works with melatonin and photoperiod changes. | Prolactin |