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Reproductive Hormones Overview - Anatomy & Physiology (view source)
Revision as of 15:44, 2 November 2013
, 15:44, 2 November 2013→Estradiol (E2)
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Oestrogens have a number of functions related to reproduction and other areas of physiology. In relation to the reproductive role of oestrogens, they stimulate follicular growth and maturation, induce the female to begin displaying oestrous behaviour to facilitate mating, prepare the external genitalia for copulation and create favourable conditions for the development of fertilised egg cells. Oestrogens also contribute to the growth and development of mammary tissue and prepare the uterus for parturition.
Oestrogens have a number of functions related to reproduction and other areas of physiology. In relation to the reproductive role of oestrogens, they stimulate follicular growth and maturation, induce the female to begin displaying oestrous behaviour to facilitate mating, prepare the external genitalia for copulation and create favourable conditions for the development of fertilised egg cells. Oestrogens also contribute to the growth and development of mammary tissue and prepare the uterus for parturition.
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'''Effects on reproductive organs:'''
<br />Vagina: slight mucous secretion, hyperaemia, oedema
<br />Cervix: relaxation, liquification of mucous plug (causing the bull string)
<br />Uterus: stimulates uterine gland development, sensitization of the endometrium to oxytocin, immune activation (local), leucocyte infiltration, secretion of PGF2a and PGE2
<br />Fallopian tube: increased motility and cilia activity
<br />Mammary gland: stimulates mammary duct development
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