18 Questions
During which phase does the Secretory phase take place?
Luteal phase
How long does the Secretory phase typically last?
14 days
Which hormone is primarily associated with the Secretory phase?
Progesterone
What is the phase where the enlargement of the ovarian follicle occurs?
Follicular phase
During which phase does the maturation of the oocyte occur?
Follicular phase
Which phase follows ovulation in the menstrual cycle?
Luteal phase
What is formed as the wall of the Graafian follicle collapses after ovulation?
Corpus haemorrhagicum
What happens to the granulosa cells during the luteal phase?
Enlarged and distended with yellow pigment
Which structure is responsible for producing the yellow pigment (lipochrome) during the luteal phase?
Corpus luteum
Which cells are responsible for producing androgens that are converted to estrogen by the follicular cells in the ovary?
Theca cells
What is the role of the basement membrane in the development of ovarian follicles?
Supports and separates the follicular cells from surrounding tissues
In a mature Graafian follicle, where is it located within the ovary?
In the cortex of the ovary
What is the role of the Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) in relation to granulosa cells?
Stimulates them to secrete estrogen and prostaglandins
Which cells are primarily responsible for secreting lipids and androgens in the ovary?
Theca cells
In the process of follicular growth, what is the function of the basement membrane?
Isolating granulosa cells from the theca cells
Which layer of the ovarian follicle is responsible for producing androgen precursors?
Theca interna
In a mature Graafian follicle, where are the granulosa cells concentrated?
Around the zona pellucida
Which layer provides structural support to the growing ovarian follicle?
Theca externa
This quiz covers the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle, also known as the luteal or progestronic phase. It focuses on the phase that lasts about 14 days and extends from the time of ovulation.
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