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Progesterone is the hormone responsible for preparing the endometrium for embryo implantation by thickening the lining and stimulating blood vessel development, as described in [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], and [6]. Additionally, progesterone regulates the biologic activity of estradiol within the endometrium during the luteal phase [7].
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Reproductive Hormones endocrine.org 2 facts
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.
claimIf conception occurs, progesterone stimulates the development of blood vessels in the endometrium to feed the fetus and prepares the uterus to accept the fertilized egg.
The Normal Menstrual Cycle and the Control of Ovulation - NCBI - NIH ncbi.nlm.nih.gov 2 facts
procedureProgesterone decreases the biologic activity of estradiol on the endometrium during the luteal phase by decreasing the concentration of estradiol receptors, increasing the enzymatic activity of 17β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type II (which converts estradiol to estrone), and increasing the activity of estrone sulfotransferase.
claimThe corpus luteum is a transient endocrine organ that primarily secretes progesterone to prepare the estrogen-primed endometrium for implantation of the fertilized ovum.
Female Reproductive System | RESOLVE resolve.org 1 fact
claimThe endometrium responds to the hormone progesterone by becoming thick and spongy to receive an embryo; if implantation does not occur, the lining is shed during a menstrual period.
The hormonal differences in men and women | Beppy.com beppy.com 1 fact
claimProgesterone in women prepares the endometrium for the implantation of a fertilized egg and reduces muscle stimulation in the uterus to decrease the chance of rejecting a fertilized ovum.
The Menstrual Cycle | Patient Education - UCSF Health ucsfhealth.org 1 fact
claimThe endometrium prepares for embryo implantation each month under the influence of estrogen and progesterone produced by the ovary.