Menstrual Cycle Flashcards
1
Q
How long does your mentrual cycle last for?
A
Approx 28 days
2
Q
What is your mentrual cycle controlled by?
A
Hormones
3
Q
What does your eostroegn do? (2)
A
- Thickens your uterus lining
- Results in the implantation of the blastocyst
4
Q
What does FSH stand for?
A
Follide Stimulating Hormone
5
Q
What does FSH do?
A
Stimulates follicles to develop into mature eggs
6
Q
What does LH stand for?
A
Luteinizing Hormone
7
Q
What does LH do?
A
Causes ovulation on day 14
8
Q
What is progestrone? (2)
A
- Pregnancy hormone
- Maintains uterus lining during pregnancy
