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Menstrual flow occurs due to lack of:

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LH
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Estrogen
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Progesterone
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FSH
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Solution

The correct option is C Progesterone
During the menstrual phase of the menstrual cycle, the production of LH reduces. This causes the degeneration of the corpus luteum and hence production of progesterone is reduced which leads to the breakdown of the endometrium of the uterus.

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