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Question:

The main function of mammalian corpus luteum is to produce Estrogen only, Relaxin only, Human chorionic gonadotropin, or Progesterone?

Estrogen only

Progesterone

Relaxin only

Human chorionic gonadotropin

Solution:

The corpus luteum is a temporary endocrine structure in female mammals, that is involved in the production of relatively high levels of progesterone. Thus, the correct answer is option (B), 'Progesterone'.