Question

which is true about the telogen phase?
select the correct response:
the hair bulb disappears during the telogen phase.
ninety percent of hair is in this phase at any period of time.
hair can shed during the telogen phase.
it lasts up to 2 weeks.

Explanation:

• The telogen phase is the resting phase of the hair growth cycle. The hair bulb remains intact (it is the growing anagen phase that involves active bulb activity). Only ~10-15% of hair is in telogen at any time, not 90%. The phase typically lasts 2-4 months, not 2 weeks. Shedding is a normal part of the telogen phase as old hairs are released to make way for new growth.

Answer:

Hair can shed during the telogen phase.