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Author Question: The primary function of the corpus luteum is to A) nourish and protect the egg c (Read 618 times)

go.lag

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on: Sep 28, 2013
The primary function of the corpus luteum is to
A) nourish and protect the egg cell.
B) produce prolactin in the alveoli.
C) maintain progesterone and estrogen synthesis after ovulation has occurred.
D) stimulate the development of the mammary glands.
E) support pregnancy in the second and third trimesters.


coco

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Reply #1 on: Sep 29, 2013
From what I've read, it's C

Let me know if you need anything else. :)


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