Female reproductive cycle phases — Flashcards

In the third stage (rapid) of ovarian follicle development, a single graafian follicle achieves dominance and ruptures, releasing its oocyte into the peritoneal cavity via the process of _____

Hypothalamic control of spermatogenesis and testosterone secretion are regulated via the hormone _____

In the middle of the menstrual cycle, estradiol _____ FSH and LH secretion

The preoptic nucleus of the hypothalamus is responsible for releasing the hormone _____

Which female sex steroid is responsible for growth of the ovarian follicle and endometrial proliferation?_____

Preparation of endometrium for implantation is _____ driven (secretory phase)

During the follicular phase, one follicle is selected to become the _____ follicle, while neighboring follicles undergo atresia.

Which neuronal populations have the ability to regenerate after injury?

What physiological changes are expected during REM sleep?