Hormones FSH & LH of anterior pituitary gland acts on___________________?
Correct answer: D. Both Testis and ovaries
- A. Testis but not ovaries
- B. Ovaries but not testis
- C. Adrenal cortex
- D. Both Testis and ovaries
Explanation
FSH and LH are gonadotropins, so they act on the gonads in both sexes. FSH primarily supports Sertoli cells and ovarian follicles, while LH acts on Leydig cells and ovarian theca/luteal cells.
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