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Destiiny22

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What is the purpose of the rise of progesterone during the secretory phase of the menstrual cycle?
 
  a. To prepare and maintain the endometrium for implantation of an ovum
  b. To regenerate the endometrium to begin the menstrual cycle
  c. To increase elasticity of cervical mucus
  d. To decrease blood flow to the endometrium before menstruation

Question 2

The phases of the ovarian cycle are the _____ phases.
 
  a. Secretory and ischemic
  b. Follicular and luteal
  c. Proliferative and menstrual
  d. Luteal and secretory


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tandmlomax84

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
In the secretory phase, progesterone causes endometrial cells to become thickened, dilated, and tortuous in preparation for implantation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Only the follicular and luteal phases are in the ovarian cycle; the others are in the menstrual cycle.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Correct answers!


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Reply #3 on: Jun 28, 2018
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