If a woman's luteal phase typically lasts only 7 days, which consequence is most likely, limiting the implantation window?

💡 Explanation

A shortened luteal phase reduces progesterone exposure to the endometrium, thus impairing its full preparation for implantation because endometrial receptivity requires sufficient progesterone influence. Therefore, implantation is compromised rather than hyperovulation or altered cervical mucus.

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