Menstrual Cycle and Spermatogenesis · Physiology

Which hormone causes a slight rise in basal body temperature after ovulation?

  1. Estrogen
  2. Progesterone
  3. Luteinizing hormone
  4. Follicle-stimulating hormone
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Correct answer: Progesterone

Progesterone has a thermogenic effect that raises basal body temperature after ovulation. This change is used clinically to confirm ovulation.

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