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A woman is having an abnormal menstrual cycle due to improper regulation of the thyroid gland. Calculate the day of ovulation in such a female if her menstrual cycle duration is about 36 days.
BiologyHuman ReproductionNEET
Options:
  • A 19th day
  • B 14th day
  • C 16th day
  • D 22nd day
Solution:
1042 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 22nd day
Day of ovulation is calculated by subtracting 14 days from the total duration of the menstrual cycle because the secretory phase is the most constant phase of the menstrual cycle (= 14 days).

In this case day of ovulation = 36 - 14 = 22.

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