After Ovulation, the Ovary Secretes

Question

After ovulation, the ovary secretes
A) luteinizing hormone.
B) estrogen.
C) progesterone.
D) both estrogen and progesterone.
E) luteinizing hormone, estrogen, and progesterone.

Accepted Answer

After ovulation, the ovary secretes both estrogen and progesterone. These hormones help to prepare the uterus for possible implantation of a fertilized egg and maintain the uterine lining.