Question

Name the functions of corpus luteum.

Answer 1

Corpus luteum secretes progesterone, relaxin, inhibin/actin hormones. Progesterone stimulates the uterine glands to produce increased amounts of watery fluids. It also increases endometrium of the uterus. It also maintains pregnancy (placenta formation). Relaxin increases the flexibility of the pubis symphysis of the pelvic girdle at the time of child birth. Inhibin inhibits and actin activates the FSH and GnRH production.