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A sample of female blood is analyzed for reproductive hormone levels. The results indicate a low level of progesterone, low levels of sestrogen, low levels of inhibin, and elevated levels of FSH and LH. The female is most likely experiencing [ ] of the uterine cycle

A. Proliferative phase
B. Menses
C. Secretory phase
D. Menarche
E. Ovulation.

Please tell me which one is the correct answer and WHY?

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I think the best answer is ovulation. FSH is the hormone that stimulates ova development and LH stimulates ovulation, when this ...

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