Question

In the corpus luteum, the initial blood clot within its cavity is eventually replaced by which of the following?

पर्याय

• A yellowish mass

• A secondary follicular antrum

• A newly formed zona pellucida

• A clear serous fluid

Answer 1

The corpus luteum initially contains a blood clot in its cavity, which is later replaced by a yellowish mass. This yellowish appearance gives the corpus luteum its name, as 'luteum' refers to its yellow color.