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Corpus Luteum

Last Updated: July 15, 2008 Related resource areas: Horses

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The corpus luteum is a cortical structure that forms from the tissue remaining after a follicle ruptures at ovulation. The corpus luteum is solid-cored and secretes the hormone progesterone during diestrus and early pregnancy.

For more information, see Mare Reproduction.



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