Definition that contains corpus luteum
- relaxin hormone secreted by the corpus luteum during the last days of pregnancy; relaxes the pelvic ligaments and prepares the uterus for labor
- luteal phase the second half of the menstrual cycle after ovulation; the corpus luteum secretes progesterone which prepares the endometrium for the implantation of an embryo; if fertilization does not occur then menstrual flow begins
- luteal of or relating to the corpus luteum
- secretory phase the second half of the menstrual cycle after ovulation; the corpus luteum secretes progesterone which prepares the endometrium for the implantation of an embryo; if fertilization does not occur then menstrual flow begins
- progestational preceding and favoring gestation; of or relating to physiological changes associated with ovulation and formation of the corpus luteum