: of, relating to, or involving the corpus luteum or its formation
the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle
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An abnormal luteal phase may be a sign of infertility.
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Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 8 July 2025
The luteal phase of the menstrual cycle is often the most challenging phase, especially if there isn't a fertilized egg.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 11 June 2025
Progesterone in the luteal phase supports mood regulation, metabolic balance and tissue repair.
—Ximena Araya-Fischel, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
That might be particularly true during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, since progesterone can affect protein burning.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 25 May 2025
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Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 8 July 2025
The luteal phase of the menstrual cycle is often the most challenging phase, especially if there isn't a fertilized egg.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 11 June 2025
Progesterone in the luteal phase supports mood regulation, metabolic balance and tissue repair.
—Ximena Araya-Fischel, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025
That might be particularly true during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, since progesterone can affect protein burning.
—Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 25 May 2025
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“Luteal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luteal. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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