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Paper 4 structured question: Sex hormones in humans

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Hormone production during the menstrual cycle and pregnancy

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Hormone production sites

Oestrogen and progesterone are hormones involved in the menstrual cycle and pregnancy. Their production sites change depending on the stage of the cycle or pregnancy.

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    Identify where oestrogen is produced during the menstrual cycle before ovulation.

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    Identify where progesterone is produced after ovulation during the menstrual cycle.

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Hormone production during pregnancy

During pregnancy, hormone production shifts to support the developing fetus and maintain the uterus lining.

  1. a

    Identify where oestrogen and progesterone are produced during pregnancy.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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