The secretory phase in the human menstrual cycle is also called

Options

(a) luteal phase and lasts for about 6 days
(b) follicular phase lasting for about 6 days
(c) luteal phase and lasts for about 13 days
(d) follicular phase and last for about 13 days

Correct Answer:

luteal phase and lasts for about 13 days

Explanation:

The menstrual cycle is the scientific term for the physoiological changes that can occur in fertile women for the purposes of sexual reproduction and fertilization. The secretory phase in the human menstrual cycle is also called luteal phase and lasts for about 13 days. During secretary phase, the endometrium prepares for the implantation of an embryo and the corpus luteum is active and secretes progesterone hormone.