GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -What is the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle? The luteal phase of your menstrual cycle occurs right after ovulation (when your ovary releases an egg). It lasts about 14 days and ends when you get your menstrual period. The luteal phase is one of four phases of the menstrual cycle.

Detailed explanation-2: -luteal phase: The latter part of the menstrual cycle that occurs after ovulation, in which the corpus luteum secretes progesterone to prepare the endometrium for the implantation of an embryo.

Detailed explanation-3: -The luteal phase begins after ovulation. It lasts about 14 days (unless fertilization occurs) and ends just before a menstrual period. During most of the luteal phase, the estrogen level is high. Estrogen also stimulates the endometrium to thicken.

Detailed explanation-4: -The four phases of the menstrual cycle are menstruation, the follicular phase, ovulation and the luteal phase. Common menstrual problems include heavy or painful periods and premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

Detailed explanation-5: -The luteal phase of the cycle is relatively constant in all women, with a duration of 14 days. The variability of cycle length is usually derived from varying lengths of the follicular phase of the cycle, which can range from 10 to 16 days.