Corpus luteum

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corpus_luteum)

The corpus luteum (Latin for "yellow body") (plural corpora lutea) is a temporary endocrine structure in female mammals that is involved in the production of relatively high levels of progesterone and moderate levels of estradiol and inhibin A. (Wikipedia)

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12-Mar-2013

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