Which hormone is primarily responsible for the mid-cycle surge that triggers ovulation?
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Correct answer: Luteinizing hormone
The mid-cycle surge of luteinizing hormone (LH) induces ovulation by causing rupture of the mature Graafian follicle. This surge is triggered by sustained high estrogen levels exerting positive feedback on the hypothalamic-pituitary axis.
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