We examined the molecular profile of human endometrium on days 2, 3 and 4 of menstruation to identify genes and pathways that play a role in the menstrual process. Endometrial samples were collected by Pipelle biopsy on days 2 (n=9), 3 (n=9) or 4 (n=6) of menstruation and arrayed. We identified key gene pathways involved in menstruation and identified a number of genes not previously associated with the process (Paiva et al. 2016. Mol Hum Reprod. In press).
Overall design
Total RNA obtained from endometrial biopsies collected from women on days 2 (n=9), 3 (n=9) or 4 (n=6) of menstruation.