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GlossaryLuteinizing Hormone

hormone from the pituitary gland that triggers ovulation or testosterone production

Luteinizing Hormone (LH) is a hormone produced by the pituitary gland that plays a crucial role in regulating the reproductive system. In women, LH triggers ovulation and stimulates the production of progesterone, while in men, it stimulates the production of testosterone.

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research Effects of Prenatal Treatment with Antiandrogens on Luteinizing Hormone Secretion and Sex Steroid Concentrations in Adult Spotted Hyenas, Crocuta crocuta1

37 citations , November 2002 in “Biology of Reproduction”

Prenatal antiandrogen treatment altered hormone levels in adult spotted hyenas, affecting males and females differently.

research Luteinizing Hormone and Human Chorionic Gonadotropin Decrease Type 2 5α-Reductase and Androgen Receptor Protein Levels in Women’s Skin

13 citations , May 1998 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

LH and hCG reduce certain protein levels in women's skin.

Hormonal and Immunological Correlations in Alopecia Areata Patients: Focus on Luteinizing Hormone and Follicle Stimulating Hormone

research Hormonal and Immunological Correlations in Alopecia Areata Patients: Focus on Luteinizing Hormone (LH) and Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)

February 2026 in “South Asian Research Journal of Biology and Applied Biosciences”

Alopecia areata patients have higher hormone levels, suggesting hormonal screening could help in treatment.

research The effect of laparoscopic ovarian drilling on the serum levels of AMH, FSH, LH and Testosterone hormones, in patients with PCOS

June 2019 in “The Medical journal of Basrah University”

Laparoscopic ovarian drilling helps infertile women with PCOS by improving menstrual regularity, ovulation, and chances of conception, and by changing hormone levels.

research SERUM STEROIDS AND PITUITARY HORMONES IN FEMALE PUBERTY: A PARTLY LONGITUDINAL STUDY

186 citations , February 1980 in “Clinical Endocrinology”

During puberty, hormone levels rise, with early increases in some steroids and most menstrual cycles becoming regular by six years after menarche.

research Treatment of Hirsutism with a Gonadotropin-Releasing Hormone Agonist (Nafarelin)∗

77 citations , October 1986 in “The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism/Journal of clinical endocrinology & metabolism”

Nafarelin may effectively treat excessive hair growth in women by reducing certain hormone levels.

research Hormonal control of pelage cycles in the short tailed weasel (Mustela erminea bangsi)

68 citations , April 1965 in “General and Comparative Endocrinology”

The pituitary gland controls seasonal fur color changes in weasels.

Receiver Operating Characteristic Analysis of the Performance of Basal Serum Hormone Profiles for the Diagnosis of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Epidemiological Studies

research Receiver operating characteristic analysis of the performance of basal serum hormone profiles for the diagnosis of polycystic ovary syndrome in epidemiological studies

66 citations , November 2001 in “European journal of endocrinology”

Low SHBG and high FAI, FT, and DHEAS levels are effective in identifying PCOS.

Gonadotrophin-Releasing Hormone Agonist Therapy for Hirsutism Is as Effective as High Dose Cyproterone Acetate but Results in a Longer Remission

research Gonadotrophin-releasing hormone agonist therapy for hirsutism is as effective as high dose cyproterone acetate but results in a longer remission

49 citations , April 1997 in “Human reproduction”

Hormone therapy for excessive hair growth is as good with GnRHa as with high-dose CPA, but GnRHa has longer-lasting results.

research A Comparison of the Hormonal Profile of Early Androgenetic Alopecia in Men With the Phenotypic Equivalent of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Women

47 citations , June 2016 in “JAMA Dermatology”

Men with early hair loss have similar hormone levels to women with PCOS, possibly increasing risk of obesity and heart issues.

research The Efficacy of 24-Month Metformin for Improving Menses, Hormones, and Metabolic Profiles in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

33 citations , January 2018 in “The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism”

Metformin improves menstrual cycles and hormone levels in women with PCOS, mostly within the first 6 months.

research Hormonal Control of Pelage Cycles In The Mink

31 citations , November 1965 in “Journal of Mammalogy”

The pituitary gland is crucial for normal mink fur cycles.

research Hormonal Profile of Men with Premature Balding

29 citations , February 2004 in “Experimental and Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes”

Men with early balding often have hormone levels similar to women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Clinical, Hormonal and Metabolic Parameters in Women With PCOS Using Different Combined Oral Contraceptives (Containing Chlormadinone Acetate Versus Drospirenone)

research Clinical, hormonal and metabolic parameters in women with PCOS with different combined oral contraceptives (containing chlormadinone acetate versus drospirenone)

25 citations , October 2019 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation”

Both types of oral contraceptives improved symptoms and hormone levels in women with PCOS.

research Hormonal profile in Indian men with premature androgenetic alopecia

25 citations , January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology”

Premature balding in some men may be linked to altered hormones, but it's not the male equivalent to polycystic ovary syndrome or metabolic syndrome.

Hormonal Parameters in Androgenetic Hair Loss in Males

research Hormonal Parameters in Androgenetic Hair Loss in the Male

21 citations , October 2009 in “Dermatology”

Men with male pattern hair loss have different levels of certain hormones compared to men without hair loss.

research The Safety of Local Hormonal Treatment for Vulvovaginal Atrophy in Women With Estrogen Receptor-positive Breast Cancer Who Are on Adjuvant Aromatase Inhibitor Therapy: Meta-analysis

18 citations , August 2019 in “Clinical breast cancer”

Local hormonal treatment for vulvovaginal atrophy is likely safe for women with estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer on aromatase inhibitors.

research THE GRADE OF HIRSUTISM CORRELATED TO SERUM ANDROGEN LEVELS AND HORMONAL INDICES

18 citations , January 1985 in “Acta Obstetricia Et Gynecologica Scandinavica”

Hirsutism severity is linked to androgen levels, especially in women with a lower LH/FSH ratio.

research Male Equivalent Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome: Hormonal, Metabolic, and Clinical Aspects.

12 citations , July 2020 in “DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals)”

Men with hormonal imbalances similar to PCOS may have increased risk of metabolic and heart diseases.

Anti-Müllerian Hormone Gene Polymorphism Is Associated With Androgen Levels in Chinese Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients With Insulin Resistance

research Anti-Müllerian hormone gene polymorphism is associated with androgen levels in Chinese polycystic ovary syndrome patients with insulin resistance

12 citations , January 2016 in “Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics”

Certain gene variations are linked to higher male hormone levels in Chinese women with PCOS and insulin resistance.

Anti-Müllerian Hormone Confirms the Novel Classification of Female Functional Androgenization Including Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

research Anti-Müllerian hormone confirms the novel classification of female functional androgenization including polycystic ovary syndrome

12 citations , August 2011 in “European Journal of Endocrinology”

Anti-Müllerian hormone is a specific marker for ovarian issues in women with conditions like PCOS.

research The effect of hormones of the hypothalamic-pituitary-target gland axes in a kidney-yang deficiency syndrome model

11 citations , January 2020 in “World Journal of Traditional Chinese Medicine”

Kidney-yang deficiency syndrome causes hormonal imbalances and various physical symptoms.

research Serum Levels of Androgen-Associated Hormones Are Correlated with Curative Effect in Androgenic Alopecia in Young Men

9 citations , October 2018 in “Medical Science Monitor”

Lowering certain hormone levels improves treatment for hair loss in young men.

research Serum anti-Müllerian hormone as a predictor of polycystic ovarian syndrome among women of reproductive age

4 citations , May 2022 in “BMC Women's Health”

High levels of anti-Müllerian hormone can indicate polycystic ovarian syndrome in women who can have babies.

research A study on the clinical, biochemical and hormonal profile of polycystic ovary syndrome patients attending tertiary care hospital

4 citations , April 2017 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology”

The study concluded that a higher waist-hip ratio significantly increases the risk of metabolic syndrome in women with PCOS.

research Association of follicle-stimulating hormone receptor gene ser680 asn (rs6166) polymorphism with polycystic ovarian syndrome

4 citations , January 2016 in “International journal of reproduction, contraception, obstetrics and gynecology”

A certain genetic variation is linked to a higher risk of polycystic ovarian syndrome.

research Cutaneous Manifestations and Hormonal Changes Among Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients at a Tertiary Care Center

2 citations , December 2021 in “Cureus”

Most women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) have skin issues like excessive hair, acne, or hair loss. Hormone imbalances are common, and age, certain hormones, and hormone ratios can predict acne. Obesity, infertility, and high cholesterol are also common in these women.

research REPRODUCTIVE HORMONE LEVELS AND METABOLIC SYNDROME IN WOMEN WITH POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME IN SANA'A, YEMEN

2 citations , September 2021 in “Universal Journal of Pharmaceutical Research”

PCOS is linked to hormone disorders and issues like infertility and irregular periods.

research A Study on the Clinical and Hormonal Profile of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Patients Attending a Tertiary Care Hospital: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study

2 citations , November 2020 in “Journal of Nepal Medical Association”

PCOS is often linked with menstrual issues, hormonal imbalances, and a higher risk of heart disease and diabetes.

research Evaluation of Sex Hormone Levels in Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Patients Treated with 5 Alpha-Reductase Inhibitor (Finasteride) in Amara city/Iraq

2 citations , March 2020 in “Baghdad Science Journal”

Finasteride effectively reduces DHT and E2 levels, helping with prostate enlargement.