Menstrual Cycle Flashcards
menarche
first menstruation
menstrual cycle
occurs at an interval of 28-29 days. the cycle of events from one menstruation till the next one.
1.Menstrual phase
3-5 days. breakdown of endometrium lining in the form of mucus and blood.
- follicular phase
regeneration of the endometrium and maturation of the primary follicle into the Graafian follicle. Induced by changes in the levels of LH and FSH(gonadotrophins).
secretion of gondatrophins help in
stimulates follicular development and secretion of estrogens.
when does LH and FSH reach peak level
middle of cycle(14th day)
3.LH surge(Ovulatory phase)
rapid increase in LH secretion induces Graafian follicle rupture to release the ovum.
4.Luteal phase
The remaining parts of the Graafian Follicle transform into the corpus luteum which secretes progesterone.
what happens to the corpus luteum if no fertilization
degeneration of corpus luteum.