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luteal

/ˈluː.ti.əl/

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adjective

/ˈluː.ti.əl/C2formalmedical
  • ruОтносящийся к жёлтому телу или лютеиновой фазе овариального цикла.

Relating to the corpus luteum or the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle.

  1. Relating to the corpus luteumC1formalmedical

    Pertaining to the corpus luteum, a temporary endocrine structure in the ovary that produces progesterone after ovulation.

    ruОтносящийся к жёлтому телу

    • The luteal phase of the menstrual cycle follows ovulation.
    • Progesterone levels rise during the luteal phase.
    • Luteal phase defects can affect fertility.