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What causes the degeneration of the endometrial lining of the uterus during the menstrual phase?
What causes the degeneration of the endometrial lining of the uterus during the menstrual phase?
- Dilation of spiral arteries due to high estrogen levels
- Constriction of spiral arteries due to a depletion in progesterone levels (correct)
- Increase in LH secretion
- Decrease in FSH levels
What comprises ovulation?
What comprises ovulation?
- The menstrual cycle and the luteal phase
- The follicular phase and the luteal phase
- The menstrual cycle and the ovarian cycle (correct)
- The follicular phase and the menstrual phase
What is the typical duration of the menstrual cycle?
What is the typical duration of the menstrual cycle?
- 28 days (correct)
- 35 days
- 42 days
- 14 days
What inhibits the secretion of LH and contributes to the degeneration of the endometrial lining?
What inhibits the secretion of LH and contributes to the degeneration of the endometrial lining?
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What fills the uterine cavity during the menstrual phase?
What fills the uterine cavity during the menstrual phase?
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