The formation of female sex hormones occurs in the ovarian follicles, which means that it varies depending on the cycle day.
Particularly, the formation of estrogens takes place in two different processes that are regulated by hypophyseal hormones:
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: 06/07/2018
