A Mathematical Model of the Human Menstrual Cycle

Overview

Journal Biophys J

Publisher Cell Press

Specialty Biophysics

Date 1971 Oct 1

PMID 5132945

Citations 3

Authors

W J Shack

P Y Tam

T J Lardner

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Abstract

A mathematical model for the hormonal interactions of the human menstrual cycle is presented. The feedback effects of estrogen on the release of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH) are considered, including a mechanism describing the midcycle LH peak. Computer simulation with this model yields results which are periodic and in good agreement with physiological data.

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