Progesterone Secretion Process

**Semantic type:** Phenomenon or Process

**Definition:** Progesterone Secretion consists of the activities involved in release into the bloodstream by the corpus luteum and placenta of a steroid estrogen antagonist (progesterone) that prevents follicular development and promotes proliferation of uterine mucosa and blastocyst implantation. Alteration of positive or negative feedback mechanisms can affect hormone release.

**Synonyms:** - Progesterone Secretion - Progesterone Secretion Induction