How to Use follicle-stimulating hormone in a Sentence

follicle-stimulating hormone

noun
  • Similarly, in patients with pituitary problems, tests for other blood hormones (such as luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone) can confirm the source of the problem.
    — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 17 July 2026
  • Studies among athletes who don’t consume enough calories show lower levels of testosterone, estrogen, luteinizing hormone, and follicle-stimulating hormone, among others.
    — Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 12 Nov. 2025
  • During the menstrual phase, days 1 through 5, estrogen and progesterone are at their lowest and follicle-stimulating hormone begins rising.
    — Allison Palmer updated June 13, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026
  • For instance, users seeking fertility drugs can get an 83% discount on Gonal F, a medication containing a follicle-stimulating hormone, according to the platform.
    — Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 6 Feb. 2026
  • The repeat draw will include an LH/FSH blood test panel, which measures the luteinizing hormone and the follicle-stimulating hormone, two key reproductive hormones produced by the pituitary gland.
    — Luis Martinez, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The results also provide ways for a person to improve ovarian function by increasing ovarian reserve, optimizing mitochondrial function, and reducing follicle-stimulating hormone levels.
    — Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 11 Mar. 2026
  • Hormonal disruptions may also occur, reducing levels of testosterone, luteinizing hormone, follicle-stimulating hormone, and anti-mullerian hormone, ultimately reducing reproductive output.
    — Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025

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