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Causes the Growth spurt and appearance of axillary and pubic hair at puberty |
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Stimulus for production of testosterone in the testes |
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Stimulus for sterm production |
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FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) |
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Stimulates the maturation of the ovarian follicle |
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FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone) |
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Promotes development of the female gamete |
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Suppresses secretion of FSH in males and females |
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Produced by the corpus luteum, this hormone is essential for pregnancy |
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Promotes uterine contractions during birth |
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Coordinates body activities with the light/dark cycle |
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Stimulates the release of growth hormone |
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GHRH (growth hormone releasing hormone) |
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Controls water reabsorption in the kidney |
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