Which of the following statements correctly describes the function of inhibin?
It selectively inhibits the secretion of FSH.
It stimulates the secretion of both FSH and LH.
It selectively inhibits the secretion of LH.
It stimulates the secretion of GnRH.
Related Questions
Given below are two statements:
One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R:
Assertion (A): Breast-feeding during the initial period of infant growth is recommended by doctors for raising a healthy baby.
Reason (R): Colostrum contains several antibodies absolutely essential to develop resistance for the newborn baby.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
A is true but R is false
A is false but R is true
Funnel-shaped part closer to the ovary is called
Filmbriae
Infundibulum
Ampulla
Isthmus
The part of fallopian tube closest to the ovary is
Isthmus
Infundibulum
Cervix
Ampulla
Mammary glands are modified
Sweat gland
Sebaceous gland
Lacrimal gland
Endocrine gland
Fleshy folds of tissue which extends down the mons pubis and surrounds the vaginal opening is called
Labia minora
Labia majora
Hymen
Clitoris
The uterus opens into the vagina by a canal called
Cervical canal
Fundus
Ampulla
Oviducts
Which type of immunity is conferred to a newborn baby through breast-feeding, specifically by the colostrum?
Active immunity
Passive immunity
Innate immunity
Cell-mediated immunity
A newborn baby's immune system is not fully developed. How does breast milk, particularly colostrum, compensate for this deficiency during the initial period of infant growth?
By stimulating the infant's bone marrow to produce more immune cells.
By providing antibodies that offer passive immunity.
By introducing beneficial bacteria that compete with harmful pathogens.
By enhancing the infant's ability to produce its own antibodies.
In a patient with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), which hormonal imbalance is MOST commonly observed?
Elevated FSH and low LH
Elevated LH and androgens, with relatively low FSH
Low LH and high estrogen
Low FSH and high progesterone
Accessory sexual character in female is promoted by
Androgen
Progesterone
Oestrogen
Testosterone
