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
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luteal phase::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | secretory phase |
| Type of | phase, stage |
Examples of luteal phase
luteal phase
During the luteal phase, cell-mediated immunity is suppressed and humoral immunity is amplified.
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However, brain analyses showed that in the late luteal phase women with PMDD had heightened activity in their cerebellum.
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Relative contributions of anovulation and luteal phase defect to the reduced pregnancy rate of breastfeeding women.
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The luteal phase is also called the secretory phase.
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In a 28 day cycle with a 14-day luteal phase, this corresponds to the second and the beginning of the third week.
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There is a marked increase in progesterone levels and a decrease in estradiol levels during the luteal phase.
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With the induction of ovulation, the female will become pregnant or undergo a non-pregnant luteal phase, also known as pseudopregnancy.
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From a luteal-phase defect and thyroid disease to immune-system problems, the book covers a variety of disorders that increase the chance of miscarriage.
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Elevated plasma angiotensin II levels are responsible for the elevated aldosterone levels present during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle.
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