Cell
luteal cell
lu·te·al cell
Subclass of:
Corpus luteum of ovary; Epithelial Cells; Endocrine Cells
Definitions related to luteal cells:
  • (lutein cell) A cell located in the corpus luteum of the ovary that is derived from theca or granulosa cells and secretes progesterone and estrogen or androgens.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • PROGESTERONE-producing cells in the CORPUS LUTEUM. The large luteal cells derive from the GRANULOSA CELLS. The small luteal cells derive from the THECA CELLS.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
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