Key to Life: Physiological Role and Clinical Implications of Progesterone
This comprehensive 2021 review elucidates progesterone’s multifaceted roles beyond its traditional association with reproduction. Progesterone is pivotal in regulating the menstrual cycle, supporting pregnancy, and modulating immune responses to facilitate embryo implantation and fetal development. It serves as a precursor to other essential hormones, including aldosterone, cortisol, estradiol, and testosterone.