Menstrual Cycle
Synonyms
Cycle, Endometrial
Cycle, Menstrual
Cycle, Ovarian
Cycles, Endometrial
Cycles, Menstrual
Cycles, Ovarian
Endometrial Cycle
Endometrial Cycles
Menstrual Cycles
Ovarian Cycle
Ovarian Cycles
The period from onset of one menstrual bleeding (MENSTRUATION) to the next in an ovulating woman or female primate. The menstrual cycle is regulated by endocrine interactions of the HYPOTHALAMUS; the PITUITARY GLAND; the ovaries; and the genital tract. The menstrual cycle is divided by OVULATION into two phases. Based on the endocrine status of the OVARY, there is a FOLLICULAR PHASE and a LUTEAL PHASE. Based on the response in the ENDOMETRIUM, the menstrual cycle is divided into a proliferative and a secretory phase.
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