Description_x000D_ General description_x000D_ Progesterone is a steroid hormone secreted by the ovaries._x000D_ Application_x000D_ Progesterone-Water Soluble has been used:_x000D_ • for in vitro maturation of oocyte complexes_x000D_ • as a σ1R antagonist to study its effect on sigma 1 receptor_x000D_ • to study its effect on the differentiation of human multipotent mesenchymal stromal cells (hMSCs) in vitro_x000D_ Packaging_x000D_ 100 mg in glass bottle_x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ Progesterone is a hormone that maintains pregnancy. It is essential for embryo formation, development and survival in almost all mammals. This hormone exhibits its action via progesterone receptor, which is specifically expressed in the endometrial stroma throughout pregnancy. It is known to prevent preterm delivery, when administered intramuscularly. Progesterone also controls gonadotropin secretion, activates sexual behavior and triggers ovarian events leading to ovulation. It stimulates the growth and differentiation of the uterus and prevents uterine contractility._x000D_ Packaging_x000D_ Package size based on progesterone content_x000D_ Other Notes_x000D_ Contains approx. 70 mg progesterone per gram; balance methyl-β-cyclodextrin.