Progesterone is a hormone produced in the ovaries during the second half of the menstrual cycle that helps prepare the uterus for pregnancy. Progesterone is also produced by the placenta during pregnancy.
When a woman reaches the end of her reproductive years and begins menopause, her level of progesterone declines.
Current as of: April 30, 2024
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