Menstrual Cycle

1. Menstruation

Shedding of the uterine lining that occurs if there is no fertilization of the egg cell.

2. Follicular Phase

Phase of the menstrual cycle involving the production and maturation of follicles, controlled by hormones like FSH and LH.

3. Ovulation

The release of the most matured egg from the ovary into the fallopian tube, triggered by a surge in LH.

4. Luteal Phase

Phase where the follicle becomes the luteal corpus, releasing progesterone to prepare the uterus for a potential pregnancy.

Estrogen

Hormone released during the maturation of egg cells, helping in egg maturation and preparing the mammary gland for breastmilk production.

Progesterone

Hormone secreted by the luteal corpus, thickening the uterine lining in preparation for a potential pregnancy.

FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)

Hormone that stimulates the growth of ovarian follicles during the follicular phase.

LH (Luteinizing Hormone)

Hormone responsible for inducing ovulation by releasing the mature egg into the uterus through the fallopian tube.