placenta physio
Which hormone's secretion is stimulated by increased estrogen levels and is essential for lactogenesis?
Prolactin (PRL)
Which hormone is produced continuously during pregnancy and contributes to the development of milk-secreting ducts?
Estrogens
What hormone is responsible for the hormonal regulation of birth?
Corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH)
Which hormone increases maternal plasma glucose concentration during pregnancy?
Human placental lactogen (hPL)
What is the effect of aldosterone during pregnancy?
Increases maternal plasma volume
What hormone is essential for the maintenance of the endometrium?
Progesterone
What is the role of relaxin during pregnancy?
Relaxes mother’s pelvic outlet and inhibits uterine contractions
What hormone is responsible for stimulating mammary enlargement and lactogenesis?
Human placental lactogen (hPL)
What is the primary function of progesterone during pregnancy?
Helps suppress uterine contractions
Nourishment of the fetus is primarily facilitated by which organ?
Placenta