Multiple choice

Which of the following structures secretes progesteron?

  1. Ovarian follicle

  2. Graafian follicle

  3. Corpus luteum

  4. Corpus albicans
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Explanation

The corpus luteum produces progesterone. Progesterone makes the lining of the uterus thick for implantation and is necessary to sustain a healthy pregnancy. The corpus luteum produces progesterone until the placenta begins to take over progesterone production around ten weeks gestation.

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