Menstruation Cycle Flashcards
(11 cards)
1
Q
How many days is the female menstrual cycle typically?
A
a 28-day cycle
2
Q
Ovulation
A
At approximately Day 14 in the cycle, an ovum (egg) is released.
3
Q
What happens when Oestrogen gets released into the blood?
A
- lining of uterus to build up with blood
- Uterus is ready to receive a fertilised ovum.
4
Q
A
5
Q
day 1 - 4 what happens?
A
Menstruation
6
Q
day 4-14 what happens?
A
Lining of uterus builds up.
7
Q
Day 14 - 28 what happens
A
Lining maintained
8
Q
Day 28 what happens?
A
Lining breaks down
9
Q
What happens if the ovum is not fertilised by day 28?
A
The ovum dies and it, along with the blood lining of the uterus pass out through the vagina during menstruation.
10
Q
during what days does females receive high levels of Oestrogen?
A
Day 1 - 14
11
Q
During what days do Females receive high levels of Progesterone?
A
Day 14 -28
