Question

The onset of the menstrual cycle is characterized by a discharge of blood and tissue matter from the uterus. What is this discharge termed as?

• A. Egg
• B. Menarche
• C. Menses
• D. Ovulation

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Menses

Menses is the shedding of the endometrial lining along with the unfertilized egg. Thus it is composed of blood and tissue discharge. It lasts for 3-5 days.