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What is the average length of the menstrual cycle?
What is the average length of the menstrual cycle?
- 30 days
- 28 days (correct)
- 35 days
- 25 days
Which hormone stimulates egg maturation in the menstrual cycle?
Which hormone stimulates egg maturation in the menstrual cycle?
- Progesterone
- FSH (correct)
- LH
- Estrogen
What happens on day 14 of the menstrual cycle?
What happens on day 14 of the menstrual cycle?
- Uterus lining thickens
- Menstruation starts
- Ovulation occurs (correct)
- Egg is released into the oviduct
Which hormone causes ovulation in the menstrual cycle?
Which hormone causes ovulation in the menstrual cycle?
What role does progesterone play in the menstrual cycle?
What role does progesterone play in the menstrual cycle?
What is the primary purpose of the menstrual cycle?
What is the primary purpose of the menstrual cycle?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for the thickening of the uterus lining during the menstrual cycle?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for the thickening of the uterus lining during the menstrual cycle?
What is the typical age range for the menstrual cycle to occur?
What is the typical age range for the menstrual cycle to occur?
How many hormones are described as controlling the menstrual cycle in the text?
How many hormones are described as controlling the menstrual cycle in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a typical product used during menstruation?
Which of the following is NOT a typical product used during menstruation?
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Average menstrual cycle length
Average menstrual cycle length
The typical duration of the menstrual cycle, about 28 days.
FSH role in cycle
FSH role in cycle
FSH stimulates egg maturation in the ovaries.
Day 14 event
Day 14 event
Ovulation occurs on day 14 of the menstrual cycle.
Ovulation trigger
Ovulation trigger
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Progesterone's function
Progesterone's function
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Menstrual Cycle Purpose
Menstrual Cycle Purpose
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Uterine Lining Thickening
Uterine Lining Thickening
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Menstrual Cycle Age Range
Menstrual Cycle Age Range
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Number of Cycle Hormones
Number of Cycle Hormones
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Non-menstrual product
Non-menstrual product
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Study Notes
- Menstrual cycle is the body's preparation for pregnancy each month, starting at puberty and continuing until around 45-55 years old.
- The cycle is 28 days long, with the egg maturing in the ovaries and the uterus lining thickening for a potential fertilized egg.
- Ovulation occurs on day 14 when one egg is released into the oviduct; if not fertilized, the uterus lining breaks down, leading to menstruation.
- Menstruation involves blood coming out through the vagina, requiring the use of sanitary products like pads, tampons, or menstrual cups.
- Four hormones control the menstrual cycle: FSH stimulates egg maturation, estrogen develops the uterus lining, LH causes ovulation, and progesterone maintains the uterine lining post-ovulation.
- FSH levels are high at the start of the cycle to mature eggs, drop as estrogen rises to prevent excessive egg maturation, and rise again around day 25.
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Test your knowledge on the menstrual cycle, including the process of egg maturation, ovulation, menstruation, and the role of hormones like FSH, estrogen, LH, and progesterone.
