What is produced mainly by the corpus luteum in the ovary following ovulation?
Correct answer: A. Progesterone
- A. Progesterone
- B. Follicle stimulating hormone
- C. Luteinizing hormone
- D. Chorionic gonadotrophic hormone
Explanation
The follicle cells, after release of the egg. are modified to form a special structure called corpus luteum. This yellowish glandular structure starts secreting hormone called progesterone. This hormone develops the endometrium and make it receptive for the implantation of the zygote (placenta formation).
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