Menstrual Cycle Flashcards
1
Q
What is the order of the hormones involved in the menstrual cycle?
A
FSH
Oestrogen
LH
2
Q
Where are FSH and LH produced?
A
Pituitary gland
3
Q
Where is oestrogen produced?
A
Ovaries
4
Q
What is the function of FSH?
A
Stimulates oestrogen production
Causes egg to mature in ovaries
5
Q
What is the function of oestrogen?
A
Inhibits the production of FSH
Stimulates LH production
6
Q
What is the function of LH?
A
Cause mature egg to be released from the ovaries
7
Q
How long is the menstrual cycle?
A
28 days
8
Q
What happens day 1-5?
A
Menstruation (period)
Breaking down of uterus lining
9
Q
What happens days 6-14?
A
Uterus lining builds back up (fertilised egg needs something to attach to)
10
Q
What happens day 14?
A
Ovulation (mature egg is released from ovaries)
