Explain the following phases in the menstrual cycle of a human female:
(1) Menstruation
(2) Follicular phase
(3) Luteal phase
Explain the following phases in the menstrual cycle of a human female:
(1) Menstruation
(2) Follicular phase
(3) Luteal phase
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Solution and Explanation
Menstruation: The uterine lining sheds due to a drop in progesterone levels, resulting in menstrual bleeding.
Follicular Phase: FSH stimulates the development of follicles, and estrogen levels increase, thickening the uterine lining.
Luteal Phase: After ovulation, the ruptured follicle forms the corpus luteum, secreting progesterone to maintain the uterine lining for possible implantation.
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