PATHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) is produced by the pituitary gland in the brain. It is an important hormone for normal functioning of the reproductive system in men and women. In women, FSH helps control the menstrual cycle and the production of eggs by the ovaries.

Detailed explanation-2: -FSH is responsible for the production of gender-specific germ cells (so-called gametes). In males, it stimulates spermiogenesis in Sertoli cells, while in females, it stimulates both follicle maturation and estrogen synthesis of granulosa cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -Despite its name, follicle-stimulating hormone doesn’t directly affect your hair follicles or hair growth. A special group of hormones called androgens affects hair growth. FSH got its name due to its effect on ovarian follicles, which are small sacs filled with fluid that contain egg cells in the ovaries.