Preparation of the uterine lining for implantation results from stimulation by
A) growth hormone.
B) thyroid hormone.
C) testosterone.
D) mineralocorticoids.
E) progesterone.

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The preparation of the uterine lining for implantation is primarily driven by progesterone, which is secreted by the corpus luteum after ovulation. Progesterone causes the endometrium to thicken and become more vascularized, providing the necessary environment for implantation and subsequent growth of the fertilized egg.

Preparation of the Uterine Lining for Implantation Results from Stimulation