Corpus Luteum

The yellow body derived from the ruptured OVARIAN FOLLICLE after OVULATION. The process of corpus luteum formation, LUTEINIZATION, is regulated by LUTEINIZING HORMONE.

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Tree Number(s): A05.360.319.114.630.278, A06.300.312.497.278

MeSH Unique ID: D003338

Entry Terms:

• Corpora Lutea
• Lutea, Corpora

See Also:

• Luteolytic Agents

All MeSH Categories
Anatomy Category
Urogenital System
Genitalia
Genitalia, Female
Adnexa Uteri
Ovary
Corpus Luteum
Luteal Cells

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Anatomy Category
Endocrine System
Endocrine Glands
Gonads
Ovary
Corpus Luteum
Luteal Cells