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The process of shedding the endometrial lining is known as menstruation. It occurs when there is a drop in hormone levels, causing the blood vessels in the uterus to constrict and the endometrial tissue to break down and shed. This shedding is then expelled from the body through the vagina during menstruation.
A blood clot is a clump of blood that forms in a blood vessel, while shedding of the uterine lining during menstruation is the natural process of the uterus releasing its lining.
An endometrial biopsy is a procedure in which a small tissue sample is taken from the lining of the uterus (endometrium). It is typically performed to diagnose conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding, endometrial hyperplasia, or endometrial cancer. The sample is examined under a microscope to look for abnormalities.
The embryo is implanted into the lining of the uterus during the process of in vitro fertilization (IVF) or through natural conception. The embryo then burrows into the endometrial lining where it receives nutrients and support to continue developing.
When estrogen and progesterone levels are low, shedding of the endometrial layer (menstruation) occurs.
Menstruation is the monthly discharge of the endometrial lining of the uterus, which occurs in women of reproductive age as part of the menstrual cycle. The shedding of this tissue is accompanied by blood, and typically lasts between 3 to 7 days.