Question

Once the mature follicle is the correct size, the estrogen level in the bloodstream causes the pituitary gland to suddenly secrete high levels of _________ causing the mature follicle to rupture from the ovary surface.

Answer 1

Answer:

Luteinizing hormone

Explanation:

Luteinizing hormone is one of the two gonadotropins that are released from the anterior pituitary gland. Luteinizing hormone is specifically secreted in excess once an ovarian follicle is matured. The matured ovarian follicle is called Graafian follicle. The surge of luteinizing hormone triggers the rupture of the Graafian follicle so that the secondary oocyte is released from the ovary. This process is called ovulation.