Which one of the following is the correct matching of the events occurring during menstrual cycle ?

Options

A. Ovulation : LH and FSH attain peak level and sharp fall in the secretion of progesterone
B. Proliferative phase : Rapid regeneration of myometrium and maturation of Graafian follicle
C. Development of corpus luteum : Secretory phase and increased secretion of progesterone
D. Menstruation : Breakdown of myometrium and ovum not fertilized

Answer

C

Explanation

Secretory phase is also called a luteal phase. The luteinizing hormone or LH is secreted by anterior lobe of pituitary gland. LH causes ovulation. LH stimulates cells of ovarian follicles to develop corpus luteum. Corpus luteum secrete large amount of progesterone.