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Luteal Phase (Noun)

Meaning

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.

Classification

Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.

Examples

  • The luteal phase typically lasts for 10-14 days, depending on individual variations in the menstrual cycle.
  • During the luteal phase, the corpus luteum produces high levels of progesterone to prepare the uterus for a fertilized egg.
  • Women trying to conceive often track their luteal phase to determine the optimal time for intercourse.
  • Hormonal changes during the luteal phase can cause symptoms such as mood swings, breast tenderness, and fatigue.
  • A short luteal phase can make it more difficult for a woman to become pregnant, as the window for implantation is narrower.

Synonyms

  • Secretory Phase

Hypernyms

  • Phase
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