Which of the following statements concerning the endometrium is false?

A) Estrogen causes endometrial cells to proliferate.
B) After ovulation, the endometrium becomes thicker.
C) Rising progesterone levels cause the myometrium to contract.
D) The uterine cycle makes the endometrium a hospitable environment for implantation.
E) The endometrium receives the trophoblast.

Endometrium

The inner lining of the uterus that thickens during the menstrual cycle in preparation for potential pregnancy.

Progesterone

A steroid hormone released by the corpus luteum and placenta, playing a key role in the menstrual cycle and maintaining the early stages of pregnancy.

Myometrium

Muscular wall of the uterus; composed of smooth muscle; also called muscular layer.