The degenerating remnant of a corpus luteum is called a(n):

a. Atretic follicle
b. Balbiani body
c. Corpus albicans
d. Fimbrium
e. Restiform body


ANS: C
Corpora lutea cease functioning and degenerate into a fibrous, corpus albicans after about 12 days of activity.

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