Whenever an egg is ovulated, the endometrial lining prepares for possibleimplantation of the fertilized egg. To prepare for potential pregnancy, the__________ releases __________.

At which stage in the menstrual cycle does the proliferative phase occur?

What is the function of the luteinizing hormone (LH)?

At which stage in the menstrual cycle does the proliferative phase occur?

Which statement is true about menstruation?

Which hormone is the corpus luteum responsible for producing?

Where are luteinizing hormone (LH) and follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)produced?

Which is a function of progesterone?

What is the path that blood travels during menstruation?

How many days are in an average menstrual cycle?

Which of the following is NOT a hormone associated with the menstrual cycle?

What is the effect of increased levels of estrogen in the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle?

At which point in the menstrual cycle is a woman most fertile?

This phase, happens on days 15-28, is from ovulation to the start of the next menses.  Endometrial glands secrete mucus, which prepares theuterus to receive a fertilized ovum.

This cycle  governs the preparation of endocrine tissues and the release of eggs.