MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

REPRODUCTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
This occurs on days 1 to 5 of the menstrual cycle.
A
The lining of the uterus remains in place in preparation for the possible arrival of an early embryo.
B
Shedding of the lining of the uterus
C
An egg is released from the ovaries
D
The lining of the uterus builds up
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The menses phase: This phase, which typically lasts from day one to day five, is the time when the lining of your uterus sheds through your vagina if pregnancy hasn’t occurred.

Detailed explanation-2: -The follicular phase starts on the first day of your period (so there is some overlap with the menstrual phase) and ends when you ovulate. It starts when the hypothalamus signals your pituitary gland to release follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH).

Detailed explanation-3: -Menstruation is the shedding of the lining of the uterus (endometrium) accompanied by bleeding. It occurs in approximately monthly cycles throughout a woman’s reproductive life, except during pregnancy. Menstruation starts during puberty.

Detailed explanation-4: -The menstrual cycle starts with the first day of the period and lasts about 28 days on average. A period usually lasts 3 to 7 days. About 2 ounces of menstrual blood are shed during the monthly period.

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