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Women's Menstrual Cycle Phases

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What is the normal range of blood loss during the menstrual phase?

100 ml to 200 ml

50 ml to 100 ml

10 ml to 80 ml (correct)

1 ml to 10 ml

What is the primary function of the Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) during the follicular phase?

To thicken the lining of the uterus

To stimulate the growth of the ovarian follicles (correct)

To regulate the pituitary gland

To stimulate the contraction of the uterine muscles

What is the name of the hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that stimulates the egg cells in the ovaries to grow?

FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) (correct)

Progesterone

Estrogen

LH (Luteinizing Hormone)

During which phase of the menstrual cycle does the uterus shed its inner lining of soft tissue and blood vessels?

Menstrual phase Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the sac-like structure in which the egg cell matures during the follicular phase?

Follicle Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of the menstrual phase of the menstrual cycle?

3-7 days Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the luteinizing hormone (LH) during the ovulation phase?

To trigger the release of an egg from the follicle Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the ruptured follicle after ovulation?

It transforms into the corpus luteum Signup and view all the answers

What sweeps the released egg cell into the fallopian tube?

The cilia of the fimbriae Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the corpus luteum if pregnancy does not occur?

It withers and dies, usually around day 22 in a 28-day cycle Signup and view all the answers

What hormone is produced by a fertilized egg to maintain the corpus luteum?

Human chorionic gonadotrophin (HCG) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the drop in progesterone levels if pregnancy does not occur?

The lining of the uterus falls away, known as menstruation Signup and view all the answers