LH and FSH are collectively called

Options

(a) somatotrophins
(b) oxytocin
(c) gonadotrophins
(d) luteotrophic

Correct Answer:

gonadotrophins

Explanation:

Gonadotropic hormone is secreted by anterior lobe of pituitary gland. It regulates the growth and activity of the gonads, i.e., growth of sex organ, secondary sexula characters and menstrual cycle in female. The luteinizing hormone and follicle stimulating hormone are the two gonadotropins.