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Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about menstruation?

  1. A
    The beginning of the cycle is called menarche.
  2. B
    During normal menstruation, about of blood is lost.
  3. C
    The menstrual fluid can easily clot.
  4. D
    At menopause, there is an abrupt increase in gonadotropic hormones.

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Menstrual blood normally does not clot because it contains fibrinolysin (plasmin), an enzyme that dissolves clots. If heavy clotting occurs, it is usually considered abnormal.

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Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about menstruation?
A
The beginning of the cycle is called menarche.
B
During normal menstruation, about of blood is lost.
C
The menstrual fluid can easily clot.
D
At menopause, there is an abrupt increase in gonadotropic hormones.

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