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During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the degeneration of the endometrial lining of the uterus occur?
During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the degeneration of the endometrial lining of the uterus occur?
- Ovulatory phase
- Luteal phase
- Follicular phase
- Menstrual phase (correct)
What is the function of progesterone in the menstrual cycle?
What is the function of progesterone in the menstrual cycle?
- Stimulates the release of LH
- Inhibits the secretion of LH
- Promotes thickening of the endometrium (correct)
- Causes degeneration of the corpus luteum
What happens to the endometrium during the Menstrual Phase?
What happens to the endometrium during the Menstrual Phase?
- It thickens to prepare for implantation
- It becomes necrotic and degenerates (correct)
- It releases an egg for fertilization
- It secretes high levels of LH
What contributes to the reduction in progesterone secretion during the menstrual cycle?
What contributes to the reduction in progesterone secretion during the menstrual cycle?
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What is the average amount of blood lost during the Menstrual Phase?
What is the average amount of blood lost during the Menstrual Phase?
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