Menstrual Cycle Flashcards
1
Q
What event takes place during day 1-4?
A
Menstruation. Which is the uterine bleeding accompanied by shedding of the endometrium
2
Q
What happens at day 5-12?
A
Pre Ovulation. Endometrial repair begins and the development of the ovarian follicle occurs
3
Q
What is at day 13-15 of the menstrual cycle?
A
Ovulation. Rupture of the mature follicle and the releasing of the ovum
4
Q
What event occurs during day 16-20?
A
Secretion. Secretion of watery mucous by glands of endometrium, cervix and uterine tubes. The development of the corpus luteum also occurs
5
Q
What is during day 21-28 of the menstrual cycle?
A
Pre menstruation. The degeneration of the corpus luteum and deterioration of the endometrium
6
Q
What is the menstrual cycle?
A
The series of events that takes place in the uterus
