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During which process are oocytes released from the ovary?
During which process are oocytes released from the ovary?
- Uterine cycle
- Ovarian cycle (correct)
- Meiosis
- Menstrual cycle
How many primary oocytes are typically released during a woman's lifetime?
How many primary oocytes are typically released during a woman's lifetime?
- 300,000
- 1 million
- 400–500 (correct)
- 100–300 million
At what stage are the primary oocytes at birth?
At what stage are the primary oocytes at birth?
- Fully developed
- Partway through meiosis (correct)
- Ready for fertilization
- Inactive
What is the role of granulosa cells in the ovarian cycle?
What is the role of granulosa cells in the ovarian cycle?
How many primary oocytes are present in both ovaries at puberty?
How many primary oocytes are present in both ovaries at puberty?
When does the development of primary oocytes halt until after puberty?
When does the development of primary oocytes halt until after puberty?
What is the approximate duration of the menstrual cycle?
What is the approximate duration of the menstrual cycle?
How many linked cycles make up a complete menstrual cycle?
How many linked cycles make up a complete menstrual cycle?
When do menstrual cycles generally continue throughout the reproductive years?
When do menstrual cycles generally continue throughout the reproductive years?
How many sperm are released in a single ejaculation?
How many sperm are released in a single ejaculation?
What triggers ovulation in the menstrual cycle?
What triggers ovulation in the menstrual cycle?
What inhibits the secretion of LH and FSH during the second half of the menstrual cycle?
What inhibits the secretion of LH and FSH during the second half of the menstrual cycle?
What hormone causes the endometrial layer to proliferate during the menstrual cycle?
What hormone causes the endometrial layer to proliferate during the menstrual cycle?
What hormone is secreted by the corpus luteum?
What hormone is secreted by the corpus luteum?
What hormone triggers the formation of the corpus luteum?
What hormone triggers the formation of the corpus luteum?
What causes the release of the oocyte from the follicle?
What causes the release of the oocyte from the follicle?
What event accounts for the cyclical nature of the female hormonal pattern?
What event accounts for the cyclical nature of the female hormonal pattern?
What prevents a second ovulation from taking place until the cycle is complete?
What prevents a second ovulation from taking place until the cycle is complete?
What causes the LH surge triggering ovulation?
What causes the LH surge triggering ovulation?
What happens if pregnancy does not occur in the menstrual cycle?
What happens if pregnancy does not occur in the menstrual cycle?
What triggers the rupture of the follicle during ovulation?
What triggers the rupture of the follicle during ovulation?
What happens if fertilization does not occur?
What happens if fertilization does not occur?
What is the role of the corpus luteum in the case of pregnancy?
What is the role of the corpus luteum in the case of pregnancy?
What triggers the proliferative phase in the uterine cycle?
What triggers the proliferative phase in the uterine cycle?
What characterizes the secretory phase of the uterine cycle?
What characterizes the secretory phase of the uterine cycle?
What causes menstruation in the uterine cycle?
What causes menstruation in the uterine cycle?
What may offer relief from symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle?
What may offer relief from symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle?
What do granulosa cells do during the ovarian cycle?
What do granulosa cells do during the ovarian cycle?
What hormone prepares the endometrium for a possible pregnancy?
What hormone prepares the endometrium for a possible pregnancy?
What causes the start of a new ovarian cycle?
What causes the start of a new ovarian cycle?
Study Notes
The Ovarian and Uterine Cycles
- The ovarian cycle begins with an increase in GnRH from the hypothalamus, leading to the secretion of FSH and LH by the anterior pituitary.
- FSH and LH stimulate the follicle to grow and secrete estrogen, while granulosa cells divide and secrete glycoproteins around the oocyte.
- Ovulation occurs midway through the cycle, triggered by a sharp rise in LH, causing the follicle to rupture and release the secondary oocyte.
- The ruptured follicle becomes the corpus luteum, secreting progesterone to prepare the endometrium for a possible pregnancy.
- If fertilization does not occur, the corpus luteum degenerates in about 12 days, leading to a drop in estrogen and progesterone levels, and the start of a new ovarian cycle.
- In the case of pregnancy, the developing placenta secretes enough progesterone and estrogen to support the pregnancy, leading to the degeneration of the corpus luteum.
- The uterine cycle prepares the endometrium for pregnancy, with menstrual, proliferative, and secretory phases.
- Menstruation occurs if no fertilized egg arrives, leading to the disintegration of the endometrial lining and shedding of tissue and blood.
- The proliferative phase is triggered by rising estrogen levels, thickening the endometrial lining and producing a thin, watery mucus in the cervix.
- The secretory phase is characterized by the production of estrogen and progesterone by the corpus luteum, causing the endometrium to continue proliferating and preparing for a developing embryo.
- The menstrual cycle can cause discomfort, with symptoms like premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and painful menstruation known as dysmenorrhea.
- Exercise and medications like aspirin and ibuprofen may offer relief from symptoms such as pain, mood swings, and water retention associated with the menstrual cycle.
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Test your knowledge of the ovarian and uterine cycles with this quiz. Explore the hormonal changes, phases, and physiological processes involved in these crucial reproductive cycles. Gain a deeper understanding of ovulation, menstruation, and the impact of pregnancy on these cycles.
