Definition of Secretory phase

1. Noun. The second half of the menstrual cycle after ovulation; the corpus luteum secretes progesterone which prepares the endometrium for the implantation of an embryo; if fertilization does not occur then menstrual flow begins.

Exact synonyms: Luteal Phase
Group relationships: Menstrual Cycle
Generic synonyms: Phase, Stage

Lexicographical Neighbors of Secretory Phase

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secretory canaliculus
secretory carcinoma
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secretory component
secretory component of IgA
secretory cyst
secretory duct
secretory granule
secretory immunoglobulin
secretory immunoglobulin A
secretory nerve
secretory organ
secretory otitis media
secretory phase (current term)
secretory protein
secretory rate
secretory vesicle
secretor factor
secrets
secret agent
secret approval
secret ballot
secret code
Secret Intelligence Service
secret plan
secret police
Secret Service
secret society

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