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Which hormone primarily maintains the endometrium during the luteal phase?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 12 · Biology · Reproductive Health
  1. Estrogen
  2. Progesterone
  3. LH
  4. FSH
Answer
Progesterone

The correct answer is Progesterone — Recognise that progesterone, released from the corpus luteum, is responsible for maintaining the endometrium during the luteal phase.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the hormone that supports endometrial lining after ovulation.
  2. Recognise that progesterone, released from the corpus luteum, is responsible for maintaining the endometrium during the luteal phase.
Common mistake: Confusing estrogen with progesterone as the main luteal phase hormone

Concept tested: Hormonal regulation of menstrual cycle

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