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Give reason for the following statement.
(i) Luteal phase of menstrual cycle is also called as secretory phase.
(ii) Menstrual hygiene is essential for women.

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After ovulation, the graafian follicle turns into corpus luteum (a transistory endocrine gland) which secrets progesterone. Progesterone maintain endometrium for implantation of fertilized ovum. the endometrium of uterus also secretes nutritious fluid for the foetus. Hence this phase is also referred as secretory phase.
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