progestational

pro·ges·ta·tion·al

P0584600 (prō′jĕs-tā′shə-nəl)adj.1. Of or relating to the phase of the menstrual cycle immediately following ovulation, characterized by secretion of progesterone.2. a. Of or relating to progesterone and its actions.b. Having actions similar to progesterone. Used of a drug.

progestational

(ˌprəʊdʒɛˈsteɪʃənəl) adj1. (Physiology) of or relating to the phase of the menstrual cycle, lasting approximately 14 days, during which the uterus is prepared for pregnancy by the secretion of progesterone from the corpus luteum2. (Physiology) preceding gestation; before pregnancy

pro•ges•ta•tion•al

(ˌproʊ dʒɛˈsteɪ ʃə nl)

adj. 1. prepared for pregnancy, as the lining of the uterus prior to menstruation or in the early stages of gestation itself. 2. of, noting, or characteristic of the action of progesterone. [1920–25]

Thesaurus

Adj.	1.	progestational - of or relating to progesterone (or to a drug with effects like those of progesterone)
	2.	progestational - preceding and favoring gestation; of or relating to physiological changes associated with ovulation and formation of the corpus luteum

progestational

[pro″jes-ta´shun-al] 1. favoring gestation; referring to the phase of the menstrual cycle just before menstruation, when there are changes in the endometrium preparatory to implantation of the zygote should fertilization occur.2. having effects similar to those of progesterone; see under agent.

pro·ges·ta·tion·al

(prō'jes-tā'shŭn-ăl), 1. Favoring pregnancy; conducive to gestation; capable of stimulating the uterine changes essential for implantation and growth of a fertilized ovum. 2. Referring to progesterone, or to a drug with progesteronelike properties.

progestational

(prō′jĕs-tā′shə-nəl)adj.1. Of or relating to the phase of the menstrual cycle immediately following ovulation, characterized by secretion of progesterone.2. a. Of or relating to progesterone and its actions.b. Having actions similar to progesterone. Used of a drug.

pro·ges·ta·tion·al

(prō'jes-tā'shŭn-ăl) 1. Favoring pregnancy; conducive to gestation; capable of stimulating the uterine changes essential for implantation and growth of a fertilized ovum. 2. Referring to progesterone, or to a drug with progesteronelike properties.