During the menstrual cycle, the surge of which hormone directly triggers ovulation? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

During the menstrual cycle, the surge of which hormone directly triggers ovulation?
A. Progesterone
B. Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH)
C. Luteinizing Hormone (LH)
D. Estrogen
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ovulation is triggered by a sudden and massive surge in Luteinizing Hormone (LH) from the anterior pituitary, typically around the 14th day of a 28-day cycle. This LH surge causes the mature Graafian follicle to rupture and release the secondary oocyte. FSH stimulates follicular growth earlier in the cycle. Estrogen peaks just before the LH surge, and progesterone peaks after ovulation during the luteal phase.

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