Meaning of the word progesterone in English
What does progesterone mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
progesterone
US /proʊˈdʒes.tə.roʊn/
UK /prəʊˈdʒes.tər.əʊn/
Noun
a steroid hormone released by the corpus luteum that stimulates the uterus to prepare for pregnancy.
Example:
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The doctor prescribed progesterone to support the early stages of pregnancy.
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Low levels of progesterone can sometimes lead to fertility issues.
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