Sex hormones triggering ovulation. Animation of sex hormones (yellow) in the bloodstream acting on an ovary, part of the female reproductive system. The hormones shown here include luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone. The roles of these hormones in the female reproductive system include triggering and maintaining the process of ovulation, the maturation and release of female sex cells from the ovaries. These hormones act on ovarian tissue, prompting the release of further sex hormones. A mature ovum is shown being released and entering the adjacent oviduct (Fallopian tube). This animation is part of a sequence illustrating the female reproductive system, ovulation, fertilisation and pregnancy. For the continuation of this animation, see clip K005/5511. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / FLIX PRODUCTIONS MEDICAL ANIMATION / RHYS LEWIS, AHS, DECD, UNISA |
Modell-Rechte: | nicht erforderlich |
Länge: | 14 Sekunden |
Seitenverhältnis: | 16:9 |
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