Question

Name the hormone secreted by the Graafian follicle.

Answer 1

Graafian follicle:

1. Graafian follicle is the fully matured follicle, which ruptures and releases the ovum during the ovulatory phase.
2. After ovulation, the Graafian follicle transforms into the corpus luteum, which secretes progesterone and is required for the maintenance of pregnancy.
3. Hormone secreted by the Graafian follicle is estrogen.