ovulation ↔ fertilized ovum

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Ovulation is the biological event that releases an egg, which then requires the uterine environment to be prepared for the implantation of a fertilized ovum as described in [1], [2], [3], and [4].

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Which hormones are present in men + women? - MITOcare mitocare.de mitocare 1 fact

claimAfter ovulation is triggered by luteinizing hormone (LH), the mature egg moves into the fallopian tube and produces progesterone, which prepares the uterine lining for the implantation of a fertilized egg.

Reproductive Hormones endocrine.org Endocrine Society 1 fact

claimProgesterone prepares the endometrium for potential pregnancy after ovulation by triggering the lining to thicken to accept a fertilized egg and by prohibiting uterine muscle contractions that would cause the body to reject an egg.

Understanding the Phases of the Menstrual Cycle - Clue helloclue.com Clue 1 fact

claimDuring the secretory phase (occurring from ovulation until the start of the next period), the endometrium becomes thicker and richer in nutrients to support a potential fertilized egg.

Female Reproductive System: Structure & Function my.clevelandclinic.org Cleveland Clinic 1 fact

procedureThe luteal phase begins immediately after ovulation, during which the empty ovarian follicle develops into the corpus luteum, which secretes estrogen and progesterone to prepare the uterus for a fertilized egg.