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What is corpus luteum?

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After ovulation, the remaining parts of the Graafian follicle transform as the corpus luteum. Corpus luteum is yellowish mass like structure and secretes large amount of progesterone which is essential for maintenance of endometrium. It also secretes estrogen and relaxin hormone.
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