In which phase of the menstrual cycle does the endometrium reach its *…

Question

In which phase of the menstrual cycle does the endometrium reach its **maximum thickness** of 8–10 mm?

Accepted Answer

D. Luteal (secretory) phase

**Endometrial thickness:** ~1 mm (menstrual)
→ 3–5 mm (proliferative, under estrogen)
→ 8–10 mm (luteal, under progesterone from corpus luteum).
The thickened, vascular endometrium prepares for implantation.

Answer

Menstrual phase

Answer

Proliferative phase

Answer

Ovulatory phase

In which phase of the menstrual cycle does the endometrium reach its maximum thickness of 8–10 mm?

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