Which of the Following Serves as a Temporary Endocrine Gland

Question

Which of the following serves as a temporary endocrine gland in females, and what does it secrete?
A) the corpus luteum; estrogen and progesterone
B) the uterus; luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone
C) the endometrium; estrogen and follicle-stimulating hormone
D) the ovaries; estrogen and luteinizing hormone

Accepted Answer

The corpus luteum, formed from the remnants of an ovarian follicle after ovulation, temporarily functions as an endocrine gland, secreting estrogen and progesterone to prepare the uterus for pregnancy.