The Menstrual Cycle Flashcards
1
Q
On average, how long is the Menstrual Cycle?
A
28 days
2
Q
On which day does the period start?
A
Day 1
3
Q
On which day does ovulation to occur?
A
Day 14
4
Q
What does the hormone FSH do?
A
Stimulates growth of the follicle.
5
Q
What does the hormone oestrogen do?
A
Cause the lung of the uterus to thicken, inhibits FSH production and stimulates the production of LH
6
Q
What does the hormone LH do?
A
Stimulates ovulation at day 14.
7
Q
What does the hormone progesterone do?
A
Maintains the uterus lining.
8
Q
At day 28, if the egg is not fertilised, what happens?
A
Progesterone levels fall causing menstruation
9
Q
On day 28, if the egg is fertilised, what happens?
A
Progesterone levels stay high allowing for the development of the embryo and eventually the foetus.
