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Question
Explain the menstruation phases in the menstrual cycle of a human female.
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Solution
- During menstruation, the uterine lining, known as the endometrium, sheds along with blood vessels and tissue debris.
- If fertilization does not occur, this process is started by a reduction in estrogen and progesterone.
- Menstruation is the start of the menstrual cycle and usually lasts 3-7 day.
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| HORMONE A | HORMONE B | |
| Subject 1 | Shows a peak on the 14th Day of the menstrual cycle. | Falls down during the luteal phase. |
| Subject 2 | Shows a peak on the 14th Day of the menstrual cycle. | The level is maintained high in the luteal phase. |
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| HORMONE A | HORMONE B | |
| Subject 1 | Shows a peak on the 14th Day of the menstrual cycle. | Falls down during the luteal phase. |
| Subject 2 | Shows a peak on the 14th Day of the menstrual cycle. | The level is maintained high in the luteal phase. |
For subject 2 it is observed that the peak for hormone B has reached the plateau stage. After approximately how much time will the curve for hormone B descend?
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The figure show a section of human ovary. Select the option which gives the correct identification of either A or B with function/characteristic.

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| Column I | Column II |
|---|---|
| i. Menstrual phase | c. Secretion of inhibin |
| ii. Follicular phase | b. Development of the primary follicle |
| iii. Ovulatory phase | a. Rapid secretion of LH |
| iv. Secretory phase | d. Secretion of estrogen |
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The first menstruation is called ______.
