5 Questions
The menstrual cycle is approximately how many days long, with the first day of menstruation considered day one of the cycle?
28 days
What hormone stimulates the development of a follicle and the production of oestrogen in the follicular phase?
FSH
What effect does oestrogen have on the endometrium and cervical mucus during the menstrual cycle?
It stimulates proliferation of the endometrium for implantation and affects the consistency of cervical mucus, making it more easily penetrated by sperm.
What triggers ovulation in the menstrual cycle?
Surge in LH
What hormone promotes further development and vascularization of the endometrium in the luteal phase?
Progesterone
Test your knowledge of the hormonal regulation of the menstrual cycle. Learn about the roles of FSH, oestrogen, and LH in the follicular phase and ovulation.
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