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The pituitary gland regulates the follicular phase by producing follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) to initiate egg development {fact:1, fact:2} and later releasing luteinizing hormone (LH) in response to estrogen levels {fact:3, fact:4}.
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Understanding the Phases of the Menstrual Cycle - Clue helloclue.com 2 facts
claimDuring the follicular phase, the pituitary gland produces follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which signals the ovaries to prepare an egg for ovulation.
claimThe pituitary gland, located at the base of the brain, produces follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) during the follicular phase to signal the ovaries to prepare an egg for ovulation.
Follicular Phase Of Menstrual Cycle - Cleveland Clinic my.clevelandclinic.org 1 fact
claimHigh estrogen levels toward the end of the follicular phase trigger the pituitary gland to release a surge of luteinizing hormone (LH), which causes the mature egg to be released from the follicle and ovary during ovulation.
4 Phases of Menstrual Cycle: Hormone Changes Chart - Liv Hospital int.livhospital.com 1 fact
claimThe rise in estrogen during the follicular phase is stimulated by follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) produced by the pituitary gland, and this estrogen promotes the growth of the uterine lining in preparation for pregnancy.