Menstrual Cycle and Ovulation
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During the menstrual cycle, ________ is the day when ovulation typically occurs.

day 14

________ is the hormone that triggers the start of the ovulation cycle.

luteinizing hormone

Progesterone is primarily released during the ________, preparing the uterus for potential implantation.

luteal phase

The ovaries produce ________ and ________ during the menstrual cycle, influencing the development and regulation of the cycle.

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The shedding of the uterine lining characterizes the ________ phase of the menstrual cycle.

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Ovulation Day

Ovulation occurs on Day 14 of the menstrual cycle.

Luteinizing Hormone

The hormone that initiates the ovulation cycle.

Progesterone Phase

Progesterone is released during the Luteal Phase.

Menstruation Phase

The lining of the uterus is shed during menstruation (flow phase).

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Follicular Phase Function

In the Follicular Phase, the egg matures and is ready to be released.

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Study Notes

Ovulation

  • Ovulation occurs on day 14
  • Luteinizing hormone starts the ovulation cycle
  • Progesterone is released in the luteal phase

Menstrual Cycle Hormones

  • Estrogen and progesterone are produced by the ovaries during the menstrual cycle

Menstruation

  • The uterine lining is shed during the menstruation (flow) phase

Menstrual Cycle Length

  • The menstrual cycle is 28 days long

Progesterone Secretion

  • Progesterone is secreted by the corpus luteum

Uterine Lining Thickness

  • The uterine lining is thinnest on day 1

Egg Maturation

  • The egg matures and is ready to be released in the follicular phase

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This covers ovulation, hormones in the menstrual cycle, menstruation and the cycle length. It also details progesterone secretion and changes in uterine lining thickness. Key phases like the follicular and luteal phases are also included.

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