Understanding Female Reproductive Hormones

When it comes to understanding the female reproductive system, the ovaries and pituitary gland play major roles.  The ovaries make most of the estrogen and progesterone in the female body.  Estrogen and progesterone are the two key hormones that control the reproductive system and hence a woman’s fertility.

The hormones: FSH, LH, E2,  can all be checked with a simple test performed on Cycle Day 3. Normal value ranges for the FSH, LH and E2 tests may vary among different laboratories, so it’s important to get an accurate interpretation of the results from your fertility specialist.