Question

Identify the correct statement from the following -

• A. High levels of estrogen triggers the ovulatory surge.
• B. Oogonial cells start to proliferate and give rise to functional ova in regular cycles from puberty onwards.
• C. Sperms released from seminiferous tubules are highly motile.
• D. Progesterone level is high during-the post-ovulatory phase of menstrual cycle.

Answer 1

The correct option is D Progesterone level is high during-the post-ovulatory phase of menstrual cycle.

Post-ovulatory phase is also known as the luteal phase. During this period, the follicle proper folds inward on itself and transform into the corpus luteum which is a steroidogenic cluster of cells that produces estrogen and progesterone. The action of progesterone increases the basal body temperature.

So, the correct answer is "Progesterone level is high during the post-ovulatory phase of the menstrual cycle."