Oestradiol is a female sex hormone that is synthesised by FSH in the granulosa cells of the oocyte. This hormone is important because it is involved in the development of the female reproductive system and the development of secondary characteristics.
Oestradiol is also responsible for follicular and endometrial growth to promote embryo implantation and thus pregnancy.
Read the full article on: Male & Female Sex Hormones – Definition & Functions ( 50).
By Elena Santiago Romero M.D. (gynecologist), Mark P. Trolice M.D., F.A.C.O.G., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.E. (reproductive endocrinologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Sandra Fernández B.A., M.A. (fertility counselor).
Last Update: 06/17/2022
